Commercial Construction Estimator at Blueprint Search

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to join a growing general contractor and play a key role in the preconstruction process.

This position will be responsible for developing estimates from early conceptual budgeting through detailed construction documents and GMP pricing . Projects include commercial renovations, tenant improvements, site and civil work, structural packages, and MEP-intensive construction.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of estimating experience with a commercial general contractor and is comfortable owning an estimate from initial takeoff through subcontractor bidding, scope leveling, value engineering, final pricing, and turnover to the construction team.

What You'll Do

Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, construction document, and GMP estimates
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for architectural, structural, civil, and MEP scopes
Develop complete estimates across CSI Divisions 02–33
Solicit bids from subcontractors and suppliers and ensure adequate trade coverage
Review and level subcontractor proposals to identify exclusions, overlaps, and scope gaps
Develop estimate summaries, bid tabs, schedules of values, and supporting documentation
Clearly document assumptions, inclusions, exclusions, clarifications, and potential project risks
Identify missing or unresolved scope early in the preconstruction process
Develop value-engineering alternatives and pricing options
Maintain cost databases, historical pricing, unit costs, and estimating assemblies
Assist with schedule-based estimating and construction sequencing
Participate in owner, architect, engineer, and preconstruction meetings
Work with subcontractors to clarify scopes and negotiate competitive pricing
Support project buyout and provide recommendations to the construction team
Lead the commercial and estimating portion of project turnover from preconstruction to operations
Provide final estimates, SOVs, bid tabs, subcontractor quotes, accepted VE items, clarifications, and buyout recommendations during turnover

Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

5–10 years of commercial construction estimating experience with a general contractor or similar organization
Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and sequencing
Experience estimating across CSI Divisions 02–33
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) scopes
Demonstrated ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs
Experience soliciting, reviewing, and leveling subcontractor bids
Ability to identify scope gaps and potential pricing risks before construction
Strong bid-day organization and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Understanding of building codes, permitting, and commercial construction requirements
Strong Excel skills and experience with construction estimating software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with subcontractors, owners, design teams, and internal project teams