# Estimator - Commercial Construction (Preconstruction)

> AlphaX · Richmond, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-16

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We’re seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to lead estimating and preconstruction activities for commercial building projects, including budgeting, quantity takeoffs, subcontractor pricing, and bid preparation.

**Responsibilities**

-   Prepare detailed cost estimates, preliminary budgets, and competitive bids for commercial construction projects.
-   Review architectural, structural, and MEP drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope.
-   Perform quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
-   Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes, compare pricing, and identify scope gaps.
-   Prepare bid packages outlining costs, assumptions, exclusions, and scope clarifications.
-   Identify potential cost overruns, constructability issues, scheduling conflicts, and procurement risks.
-   Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to confirm pricing and resolve questions.
-   Monitor material costs, labor rates, subcontractor pricing, and market trends.
-   Attend pre-bid meetings, conduct site visits, and participate in client discussions as needed.
-   Maintain accurate estimating records, historical pricing, and bid documentation.
-   Transition awarded projects to the operations team, communicating budgets, scopes, and pricing assumptions.

## Requirements

-   5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, preferably with a general contractor.
-   Experience estimating commercial renovations, tenant improvements, interior build-outs, and/or ground-up construction.
-   Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, labor costs, and project cost structures.
-   Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings and specifications.
-   Hands-on experience with quantity takeoffs, subcontractor bidding, bid leveling, and final bid preparation.
-   Ability to identify scope gaps, pricing discrepancies, and overlapping subcontractor responsibilities.
-   Proficiency with construction estimating software; Bluebeam Revu experience preferred.
-   Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills with attention to detail.
-   Ability to manage multiple estimates and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
-   Demonstrated hands-on estimating experience, including preparing estimates and bids directly.

## Benefits

-   Competitive salary based on experience.
-   Health insurance options.
-   Retirement plan options.
-   Paid time off.
-   Additional company-sponsored benefits.

## Apply

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