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Lead Estimator

Tatum by Randstad
Wilmington, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 12/17/2025 CLOSED ON 1/3/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Estimator position at Tatum by Randstad?

Salary: $130k - 150k per year
Reference: 511507

job summary:

Lead Estimator and Cost Analyst (Construction Services)

Overview

The Lead Estimator position is responsible for directing and executing all phases of project cost assessment, from the initial evaluation through final financial summaries, ensuring fiscal success and alignment with company strategic objectives.



location: Wilmington, Delaware
job type: Permanent
salary: $130,000 - 150,000 per year
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelor's degree
experience: 10 Years

responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess potential construction opportunities against company capabilities for competitive bidding.
  • Develop and submit comprehensive price proposals, including Lump Sum, Unit Price, or written scope bids.
  • Secure necessary bidding documentation and distribute it to the estimating team.
  • Oversee the bidding calendar, coordinating team assignments to manage workload and ensure all submission deadlines are met.
  • Meticulously prepare and review public works proposal packages to ensure absolute adherence to the Instructions to Bidders.
  • Perform quantity take-offs and prepare detailed cost projections for diverse public and private sector clients.
  • Provide expert guidance and conduct bid reviews with junior estimators and project managers

qualifications:

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related discipline.
  • A minimum of ten years of professional experience in construction cost estimating.
  • At least three years of experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity.

skills: Activity Based Costing


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Salary : $130,000 - $150,000

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