# Estimator - Commercial Construction (Preconstruction)

> AlphaX · Richmond, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-23

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We’re seeking a hands-on Commercial Construction Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for commercial building projects, including renovations, tenant improvements, interior build-outs, and ground-up construction.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Develop project budgets and detailed estimates for commercial construction projects.
-   Review architectural, structural, and MEP drawings to determine project scope, quantities, and pricing.
-   Perform quantity takeoffs and calculate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
-   Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids, compare proposals, and identify scope gaps or pricing discrepancies.
-   Prepare complete bid submissions with detailed cost breakdowns, assumptions, exclusions, and scope definitions.
-   Identify cost-saving opportunities, constructability issues, scheduling constraints, and procurement risks during preconstruction.
-   Collaborate with project managers, field supervisors, designers, and trade partners to validate estimates and resolve discrepancies.
-   Monitor labor rates, material costs, subcontractor pricing, and market trends to maintain accurate estimates.
-   Participate in site visits, pre-bid meetings, and client discussions to clarify project requirements.
-   Maintain organized bid records, cost databases, and historical pricing information.
-   Transition awarded projects to the operations team, communicating budgets, scope details, and estimating 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 understanding of construction costs, labor productivity, materials, and subcontractor pricing.
-   Ability to interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
-   Hands-on experience with quantity takeoffs, subcontractor bid solicitation, proposal leveling, and final estimate preparation.
-   Ability to identify scope omissions, pricing inconsistencies, and trade overlaps.
-   Proficiency with construction estimating software; Bluebeam Revu experience preferred.
-   Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and time management.
-   Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
-   Proven ability to personally prepare estimates and complete bid submissions, rather than solely overseeing the estimating process.

## Benefits

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

## Apply

[Apply at AlphaX](https://apply.workable.com/alphax/j/BBDB11FC8B/apply)

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