What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Estimator position at Sentinel Search LLC?
Our client is seeking a Commercial Estimator to support a growing commercial division within a specialty contracting organization based in the Indianapolis area. This is an office-based role focused on preparing accurate estimates, supporting business growth, and partnering with leadership to pursue and deliver profitable commercial projects.
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects ranging from small retail to multi-story institutional work
- Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to develop accurate scopes and takeoffs
- Solicit, analyze, and qualify vendor and subcontractor pricing
- Collaborate with leadership to finalize bids and pricing strategies
- Support project handoff to operations once work is awarded
- Track awarded work and support internal performance and profitability reviews
Requirements
- Prior experience estimating commercial construction projects; experience with a specialty contractor or subcontractor preferred
- Strong understanding of construction documents and scope development
- Detail-oriented with solid organizational and analytical skills
- Comfortable working in an office-based, deadline-driven environment
- College degree is a plus
Sentinel Search is the Recruiting Company working on behalf of our client. This is a full time direct hire (aka perm) position.