Senior Estimator- Construction

scott humphreyChicago, ILyesterday

$50,000 per year

Occupations

Cost Estimators Construction Managers First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers

Industries

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction All Other Specialty Trade Contractors Temporary Help Services

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Scott Humphrey Corporation provided pay range This range is provided by Scott Humphrey Corporation. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range$130,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Scott Humphrey Corporation Recruiting Partner to GCs, Developers & Owners | Mission-Critical, Industrial & Commercial Construction Join a nationally ranked general contractor with a robust pipeline of technical, large-scale builds throughout the Midwest. As aSenior Estimatorbased in Itasca, you’ll lead full-cycle preconstruction efforts for industrial, data center, and manufacturing projects—playing a pivotal role in shaping project strategy, pricing, and execution from day one. This is a high-impact role for an experienced construction professional who brings both detail and strategy to the estimating table. You’ll collaborate closely with operations, executive leadership, and clients to win and build some of the region’s most complex facilities.

Key Responsibilities: Lead detailed cost estimating forground-up industrial, warehouse, and mission-critical builds Review plans and specs to develop bid scopes, identify risk, and ensure accuracy in all pricing components Engage subcontractors for pricing, vet proposals, and lead bid leveling Support conceptual estimating and early budgeting on negotiated and design-build pursuits Collaborate with operations and preconstruction leadership to refine strategies and support project transitions

Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in construction estimating, with a focus onindustrial or MEP-intensive projects Proven success delivering full-cycle estimates from concept through GMP Expertise in takeoff and estimating software (OST, Bluebeam, Excel; DESTINI a plus) Strong understanding of current market conditions, trade pricing, and value engineering options Based in or open to commuting to Itasca, IL What’s on Offer: Competitive compensation package with bonus potential A strategic role on high-profile industrial and technical projects in the Midwest Close collaboration with operations and executive leadership Clear growth path into Preconstruction Manager or Director roles If you’re a detail-oriented estimator who thrives on ownership and collaboration, this is your opportunity to lead big. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Other Industries Construction, Building Construction, and Real Estate Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Scott Humphrey Corporation by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Pension plan Disability insurance Get notified about new Construction Estimator jobs in Greater Chicago Area. Arlington Heights, IL $50,000.00-$100,000.00 1 month ago Greater Chicago Area $90,000.00-$120,000.00 1 day ago Arlington Heights, IL $90,000.00-$130,000.00 3 weeks ago Chicago, IL $95,000.00-$120,000.00 2 weeks ago Arlington Heights, IL $100,000.00-$160,000.00 1 month ago Arlington Heights, IL $100,000.00-$140,000.00 1 month ago Downers Grove, IL $70,000.00-$80,000.00 1 year ago Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks ago Greater Chicago Area $120,000.00-$160,000.00 1 week ago Chicago Heights, IL $35.00-$45.00 2 months ago Chicago, IL $70,000.00-$80,000.00 1 year ago Addison, IL $58,800.00-$80,850.00 2 weeks ago Arlington Heights, IL $45,000.00-$80,000.00 1 month ago Oakbrook Terrace, IL $95,000.00-$140,000.00 1 day ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

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Level

SeniorL5

Salary

$50,000 per year

Location

Chicago, IL

Occupation

Cost Estimators

Industry

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

Posted

yesterday

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