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L5

elsdon groupFort Lauderdale, FL2 days ago

$130,000 – $170,000 per year

Occupations

Cost EstimatorsConstruction ManagersFirst-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers

Industries

Commercial and Institutional Building ConstructionAll Other Specialty Trade ContractorsOther Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
Senior Estimator – Commercial Construction Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Salary: $130,000 – $170,000 per year
Job Type: Full-time
About the Company: A well-established General Contractor based in Fort Lauderdale, FL is looking to add an experienced Senior Estimator to their preconstruction team. The company specializes in commercial, retail, healthcare, and multifamily construction, with projects typically ranging from $5M to $100M+.
The Role: The Senior Estimator will be responsible for leading estimates from initial concept through bid submission, working closely with clients, architects, subcontractors, and the operations team.
Responsibilities:
  • Prepare detailed estimates for $5M–$100M+ commercial construction projects
  • Lead quantity takeoffs and review plans, specifications, and contract documents
  • Develop conceptual, schematic, GMP, and final estimates
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals
  • Manage bid leveling and identify scope gaps, exclusions, and discrepancies
  • Work closely with Project Managers and Preconstruction teams
  • Assist with value engineering and cost-saving opportunities
  • Develop project budgets and maintain accurate cost information
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings and client presentations
  • Assist with procurement and project turnover following award
  • Provide pricing and estimating support for change orders when required
  • Project Types
  • CommercialRetailHealthcareMultifamilyGround-up Construction
  • Renovations & Redevelopment
  • Mixed-UseRequirements 7+ years of construction estimating experience
  • Experience with a General Contractor preferred
  • Proven experience estimating commercial projects valued at $5M+Strong understanding of subcontractor scopes, construction costs, and project delivery
  • Ability to read xhqgsiq and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
  • Strong knowledge of South Florida construction markets preferred
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with estimating/takeoff software such as Bluebeam, OST, Procore, Building
  • Connected, or similar
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required
Compensation & Benefits:
  • $130,000 – $170,000 base salary
  • Full-time permanent position
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on high-value commercial and multifamily projects
  • Long-term career growth with an established GC
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Level

SeniorL5

Salary

$130,000 – $170,000 per year

Location

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Occupation

Cost Estimators

Industry

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

Posted

2 days ago

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