Senior Estimator

BHS Construction, Inc. is a growing, values-driven organization looking for a Senior Estimator who knows their way around drawings, numbers, and real-world construction. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys leading the estimating process, collaborating with a strong team, and helping set projects up for success from day one. At BHS, we take pride in serving others, delivering a quality product, and maintaining a family atmosphere—while still enjoying the work, celebrating wins, and building something meaningful together.

Job Description: Construction Estimator 3

Company: BHS Construction
Job Title: Construction Estimator
Job Classification: Exempt, Full-Time
Reporting Relationship: Preconstruction Manager

Primary Accountabilities:

As a Senior Estimator at BHS Construction, you will lead the estimating strategy for large-scale and high-impact commercial projects, guiding teams through the full estimating lifecycle. You will serve as a key leader in preconstruction, mentoring junior staff, driving collaboration across stakeholders, and contributing directly to the growth and profitability of BHS's project portfolio through accurate, competitive, and client-aligned cost proposals

This role drives collaboration across project teams and stakeholders, ensures quality and efficiency in estimating processes, and represents BHS in client engagements to support successful project wins and long-term partnerships.

Major Duties:

• Lead all estimating activities for complex and strategic commercial construction projects valued at $5M or more, from conceptual phase through Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) or final bid.
• Develop, manage, and refine comprehensive cost models, preliminary budgets, and bid proposals that align with client objectives and project goals.
• Collaborate closely with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal BHS project teams during preconstruction to ensure accurate and competitive estimates.
• Oversee and verify detailed quantity takeoffs, scope breakdowns, and pricing developed by junior estimators (Estimator I/II).
• Perform value engineering analyses and develop alternate pricing scenarios to optimize project budgets without compromising quality.
• Represent BHS Construction in client interviews, presentations, and meetings, effectively communicating estimating rationale and project understanding.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with key subcontractors and suppliers to improve pricing, availability, and project efficiency.
• Lead improvements and standardization efforts for estimating tools, templates, workflows, and best practices across the estimating department.
• Provide leadership and coordination during bid-day activities, including estimate reviews and internal presentations to executive leadership.
• Monitor market trends and competitive landscapes to inform pricing strategies and project positioning.
• Mentor junior estimators by providing guidance on estimating methods, project understanding, and company standards.
• Ensure all estimates comply with company quality standards, building codes, and client requirements, supporting successful project delivery.

Required Qualifications:

• 5–10+ years of experience in commercial estimating, with experience leading preconstruction efforts.
• In-depth knowledge of all CSI divisions and general contracting practices.
• Proven success in leading winning estimates and managing junior staff.
• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Excel at an advanced level
• Proficient in Sage Estimating, On-Screen Takeoff, and Bluebeam Revu
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with diverse teams.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work additional hours as needed to meet business demands.
• Day travel is expected as necessary to support the role.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasional requirement to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to read computer screens, email, and communicate via phone.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

• Professional, deadline-oriented environment.
• May require extended periods in company vehicles.
• Noise levels are usually low to moderate in the office and moderate to high in the field.