Demo

Senior Estimator JN -012026-169557

Goodwin Recruiting
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
To Apply for this Job Click Here

A growing commercial general contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead preconstruction and estimating efforts across a diverse portfolio of commercial projects. This role plays a critical leadership function in driving accurate budgets competitive bids and strong subcontractor coverage while partnering closely with project management clients and trade partners.

Senior Estimator What You Will Do

  • Lead and manage all estimating activities for commercial construction projects from conceptual through final pricing
  • Develop and oversee detailed cost estimates budgets and bid proposals based on plans specifications and scope
  • Manage the full bid process including solicitation scope review leveling and final pricing
  • Analyze drawings specifications and other documentation to prepare labor material and equipment estimates
  • Review and validate quantity takeoffs subcontractor quotes and pricing assumptions
  • Develop bid strategies schedules and general conditions in alignment with project goals
  • Collaborate with architects engineers consultants and clients to ensure constructible cost effective designs
  • Provide value engineering options and cost saving alternatives throughout preconstruction
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
  • Track market conditions labor trends and material pricing to keep estimates current and competitive
  • Support proposal development client presentations interviews and RFP responses
  • Ensure smooth handoff of awarded projects to the construction team

Senior Estimator What You Bring

  • Bachelor degree in Construction Management Civil Engineering Architecture or related field
  • Seven to ten plus years of commercial construction estimating experience
  • Three plus years in a senior or leadership estimating role
  • Strong knowledge of commercial construction means methods and codes
  • Proficiency with estimating tools such as Bluebeam OST ProEst or WinEst
  • Familiarity with scheduling and project management platforms
  • Strong analytical organizational and leadership skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment

Senior Estimator Compensation And Benefits

  • Salary range of 100000 to 130000 depending on experience
  • Full benefits including medical dental vision and 401k
  • Paid time off and employee assistance program
  • Office based role with occasional site and client visits

JOB ID: 169557 #post

Brett Hume

To Apply for this Job Click Here

, $100,000 - $130,000,

Salary : $100,000 - $130,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Goodwin Recruiting

  • Goodwin Recruiting Newport, RI
  • To Apply for this Job Click Here Join a high-performing Rhode Island hospitality team where leadership, service excellence, and operational precision come ... more
  • 11 Days Ago

  • Goodwin Recruiting Kalispell, MT
  • To Apply for this Job Click Here Bring your expertise to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team where your designs will directly shape communities through... more
  • 11 Days Ago

  • Goodwin Recruiting Hobbs, NM
  • To Apply for this Job Click Here A growing restaurant concept in New Mexico is looking for Operating Partners! Come join a company who believes in paying y... more
  • 11 Days Ago

  • Goodwin Recruiting Omaha, NE
  • To Apply for this Job Click Here Our client is seeking a highly-qualified Senior Sales Manager for their award-winning boutique, full-service resort proper... more
  • 11 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Senior Estimator JN -012026-169557 jobs in the Des Moines, IA area that may be a better fit.

  • Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI) Des Moines, IA
  • Company Overview Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercia... more
  • 12 Days Ago

  • Performance Contracting Group Des Moines, IA
  • Company Overview Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercia... more
  • 13 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!