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 opportunity involves owning retail construction estimates, helping shape a developing preconstruction department, and contributing to a business with established national customer relationships. The Senior Estimator will lead estimates for commercial retail renovations, store remodels, tenant improvements, and multi-location rollout programs. The role includes reviewing construction documents and specifications, preparing takeoffs and comprehensive estimates, managing concurrent bids, evaluating subcontractor and supplier proposals, identifying scope gaps and construction risks, and coordinating with project managers and construction leadership through bid reviews, subcontractor buyout, and project transitions. The position will also help establish and improve estimating procedures, templates, workflows, documentation, and bid management practices as the preconstruction department grows. The Senior Estimator will mentor a developing junior estimator, work with internal coordination support, and partner with senior leadership on estimating tools and efficiency improvements. The position is hybrid, with regular onsite work in Flowery Branch, preferably Tuesday through Thursday, and limited travel of up to approximately 10%.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible PTO offerings.
- Hybrid schedule, preferably Tuesday through Thursday onsite with Monday and Friday remote.
- 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 a mix of 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
