Senior Estimator – Commercial Retail Construction
About The Position
A privately held commercial general contractor specializing in nationwide retail renovations and multi-location construction programs is seeking a Senior Estimator to join its growing team in Flowery Branch, Georgia. This hybrid role offers ownership of retail construction estimates and the opportunity to help shape an expanding preconstruction department while supporting established national customer relationships. The Senior Estimator leads estimates for commercial retail renovations, store remodels, tenant improvements, and multi-location rollout programs. The role develops accurate, competitive pricing through document review, quantity takeoffs, trade coverage evaluation, and preparation of comprehensive estimates. It also involves managing multiple fast-moving bids, evaluating subcontractor and supplier proposals, identifying scope gaps and risks, and coordinating bid reviews, subcontractor buyout, and project transitions with project managers and construction leadership. The position contributes to improved estimating templates, workflows, documentation, and bid-management practices; helps establish consistent estimating procedures as the department grows; mentors a junior estimator; and partners with senior leadership on estimating tools and efficiency opportunities. The hybrid schedule is preferably onsite Tuesday through Thursday in Flowery Branch, with Monday and Friday remote. Travel is limited to approximately 10%.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
- Experience estimating projects for a commercial general contractor.
- Ability to independently prepare estimates, including takeoffs, trade pricing, scope review, and bid comparisons.
- Strong understanding of commercial construction drawings, specifications, subcontractor scopes, and project costs.
- Experience managing competing bid deadlines and multiple projects simultaneously.
- Familiarity with subcontractor procurement and preconstruction workflows.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using construction estimating or bid-management tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or substantial additional relevant experience subject to client approval.
- Ability to work regularly onsite in Flowery Branch, Georgia, preferably Tuesday through Thursday.
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience estimating big-box retail renovations, grocery remodels, tenant improvements, or national store rollout programs.
- At least 8 years of commercial general contracting estimating experience.
- Previous experience as a Senior Estimator, Lead Estimator, or comparable senior contributor.
- Experience estimating numerous smaller, fast-turnaround projects rather than exclusively large ground-up builds.
- Experience improving or establishing estimating processes and departmental workflows.
- Experience mentoring junior estimators.
- Existing relationships with commercial retail subcontractors and suppliers.
- Familiarity with BuildingConnected, PlanHub, Bluebeam, or comparable platforms.
- Experience in a smaller or growing commercial construction organization.
Responsibilities
- Lead estimates for commercial retail renovations, store remodels, tenant improvements, and multi-location rollout programs.
- Review construction documents, specifications, and project requirements to develop accurate, competitive pricing.
- Perform quantity takeoffs, evaluate trade coverage, and assemble comprehensive project estimates.
- Manage multiple bids simultaneously while meeting fast-moving deadlines.
- Request, review, and compare subcontractor and supplier proposals.
- Identify missing scope, pricing inconsistencies, construction risks, and opportunities to improve project value.
- Develop relationships with trade partners across multiple regional markets.
- Coordinate with Project Managers and construction leadership during bid reviews, subcontractor buyout, and project transitions.
- Improve estimating templates, workflows, documentation, and bid-management practices.
- Help establish consistent estimating procedures as the preconstruction department expands.
- Mentor a developing junior estimator and collaborate with internal coordination support.
- Partner with senior leadership to evaluate estimating tools and identify opportunities for greater efficiency.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible PTO offerings
- Hybrid schedule with Monday and Friday remote and preferably Tuesday through Thursday onsite
- Opportunity to help build and influence a growing preconstruction department
- Direct access to experienced construction leadership
- Opportunities to mentor developing team members and improve companywide estimating practices
- Collaborative team with emerging talent and long-tenured construction professionals
- Exposure to retail construction programs across multiple national markets
- Long-term growth potential within an established contractor continuing to expand its capabilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
