# Commercial Construction Estimator

> Blueprint Search Group · Cincinnati, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-10

**Salary:** USD 80,000–105,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced **Commercial Construction Estimator** to join a growing general contractor and play a key role in the preconstruction process.

This position will be responsible for developing estimates from **early conceptual budgeting through detailed construction documents and GMP pricing**. Projects include commercial renovations, tenant improvements, site and civil work, structural packages, and MEP-intensive construction.

The ideal candidate has **5–10 years of estimating experience with a commercial general contractor** and is comfortable owning an estimate from initial takeoff through subcontractor bidding, scope leveling, value engineering, final pricing, and turnover to the construction team.

What You'll Do

-   Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, construction document, and GMP estimates
-   Perform detailed **quantity takeoffs** for architectural, structural, civil, and MEP scopes
-   Develop complete estimates across **CSI Divisions 02–33**
-   Solicit bids from subcontractors and suppliers and ensure adequate trade coverage
-   Review and level subcontractor proposals to identify exclusions, overlaps, and scope gaps
-   Develop estimate summaries, bid tabs, schedules of values, and supporting documentation
-   Clearly document assumptions, inclusions, exclusions, clarifications, and potential project risks
-   Identify missing or unresolved scope early in the preconstruction process
-   Develop **value-engineering alternatives** and pricing options
-   Maintain cost databases, historical pricing, unit costs, and estimating assemblies
-   Assist with schedule-based estimating and construction sequencing
-   Participate in owner, architect, engineer, and preconstruction meetings
-   Work with subcontractors to clarify scopes and negotiate competitive pricing
-   Support project buyout and provide recommendations to the construction team
-   Lead the commercial and estimating portion of project turnover from preconstruction to operations
-   Provide final estimates, SOVs, bid tabs, subcontractor quotes, accepted VE items, clarifications, and buyout recommendations during turnover

**Pay:** $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

## Requirements

-   **5–10 years of commercial construction estimating experience** with a general contractor or similar organization
-   Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and sequencing
-   Experience estimating across **CSI Divisions 02–33**
-   Strong understanding of **mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) scopes**
-   Demonstrated ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs
-   Experience soliciting, reviewing, and leveling subcontractor bids
-   Ability to identify scope gaps and potential pricing risks before construction
-   Strong bid-day organization and ability to manage multiple deadlines
-   Understanding of building codes, permitting, and commercial construction requirements
-   Strong Excel skills and experience with construction estimating software
-   Excellent written and verbal communication skills
-   Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with subcontractors, owners, design teams, and internal project teams

Experience with the following is a plus:

-   Autodesk Forma
-   ProEst
-   Microsoft Excel – advanced proficiency
-   Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
-   BIM platforms
-   Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project

## Benefits

-   401(k) matching
-   Dental insurance
-   Health insurance
-   Vision insurance
-   Paid time off

## Apply

[Apply at Blueprint Search Group](https://apply.workable.com/blueprint-search-group/j/1542CD1DF5/apply)

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