Estimator - Senior

Hedrick Brothers Construction•Winter Park, FL

18d

About The Position

Hedrick Brothers Construction is hiring a Senior Estimator to prepare and manage estimates from early conceptual budgets through final GMP estimates. The role is responsible for producing disciplined, accurate pricing that helps the company select appropriate pursuits, price work correctly, and compete effectively. The Senior Estimator works directly under the Chief Estimator and partners with the Director of Preconstruction, project executives, operations, and the broader pursuit team. The role calls for construction expertise, sound judgment under bid-day pressure, and the ability to identify project risks early. The position covers estimating and cost modeling across all design stages, bid strategy and risk management, subcontractor and trade partner coordination, bid management, project turnover, and continuous improvement. The Senior Estimator also leads preconstruction activities on complex projects, presents estimates to clients and project teams, and informally mentors estimating staff. Hedrick Brothers Construction is a family-owned commercial general contractor founded in 1979 and headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, with offices in Winter Park, Stuart, and Miami. The company works across Florida in hospitality, multifamily, industrial, healthcare, and public-sector construction, with project values ranging from $5 million to $160 million. Its stated values are Growth, Resourcefulness, Integrity, and Team.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in commercial construction estimating.
Demonstrated success preparing and managing estimates across multiple design stages.
Extensive estimating experience in wood-frame multifamily construction, including garden-style and mid-rise apartment developments.
Experience leading preconstruction efforts on large, complex projects with minimal oversight.
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, building codes, and trade work across all CSI Divisions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Building Connected, and Procore.
Ability to inspect and navigate active construction sites, including uneven walkways, crawl spaces, and outdoor environments.
Willingness to work flexible hours when required to support business operations and bid deadlines.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience across multiple core sectors: hospitality, multifamily, industrial, healthcare, and public sector.
Experience operating in an EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) framework.
Experience with MS Project or Primavera scheduling software.
Familiarity with Procore and BIM/IDS platforms.
Active participation in trade associations such as AGC, ABC, or CFMA, or other industry organizations.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed estimates across conceptual, schematic design, design development, and construction document stages.
Build conceptual budgets from limited information using construction expertise and historical cost data.
Perform quantity take-offs of construction documents across all trades.
Develop bid packages, including front-end documents, scopes of work, bid breakdown forms, site logistics, and project schedules, with operations input.
Prepare properly formatted Bid Leveling Worksheets for each trade.
Identify long-lead materials and potential schedule risks early.
Analyze drawings and specifications to estimate costs across structural, MEP, civil, and finish scopes.
Review project plans with operations to identify constructability issues during preconstruction.
Identify and document risks, communicating major exposures to the Chief Estimator and Director of Preconstruction before bid submission.
Develop qualifications and clarifications summaries with operations input.
Consult with clients, architects, subcontractors, and material suppliers to formulate estimates, pursue value engineering, and resolve open items.
Solicit subcontractor and material supplier bids and ensure adequate bid coverage for every trade.
Develop and maintain subcontractor relationships across the company's sectors and markets.
Seek and qualify new subcontractors to strengthen the trade partner base across Florida.
Communicate with subcontractors about scopes of work, schedules, addenda, and other bid information.
Manage requests for information and addenda during the bid process.
Review RFP requirements and contribute to delivery planning.
Prepare bid calendars and ensure timely completion of estimates across concurrent pursuits.
Maintain competitive bid history and historical cost data for statistical bidding and conceptual budgeting.
Inspect project sites before estimating to verify plan-versus-site conditions and identify potential problems.
Conduct project turnover meetings with project management teams for awarded projects.
Present and review project estimates with clients, designers, and operations teams.
Lead preconstruction activities on complex projects, coordinating budgets and scopes and supporting successful project delivery and client satisfaction.
Informally mentor estimating staff on estimating methods, software, and company standards.
Develop and maintain resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, and industry trends.
Conduct job evaluations on completed projects to improve the estimating process.