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Senior Estimator

preconstruction · senior

Leads estimating efforts on complex projects, mentors junior estimators, develops bid strategy, and presents pricing to owners and executive leadership.

$125,000

Low

$152,000

Median

$185,000

High

Experience

715 years of relevant experience

Credentials

Required

Bachelor's degree

OSHA-30 Hour

Preferred

CPC

DBIA

PMP

PE

Key Responsibilities

Lead estimating on complex projects ($50M+)

Develop bid strategy and win themes

Mentor junior estimating staff

Present estimates to clients and executive team

Negotiate major subcontractor packages

Perform risk reviews and value engineering

Typical Software

Sage EstimatingProEstOn-Screen TakeoffBluebeam RevuPrimavera P6HCSS HeavyBid

Delivery Methods

Design-BuildCM at RiskProgressive Design-BuildDesign-Bid-Build

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