Job Summary

A growing commercial general contractor in Central Florida is seeking an experienced Estimating Manager for a direct hire opportunity in the Orlando, FL area. This role is ideal for a Senior Estimator, Lead Estimator, or current Estimating Manager who wants to lead preconstruction estimating efforts for commercial construction projects while working in a stable, team-oriented environment.

The Estimating Manager will oversee estimates from conceptual budgeting through final GMP and lump sum proposals for projects such as medical, healthcare, religious, institutional, office, and other commercial facilities. This opportunity offers strong leadership support, a collaborative project team, long-term career stability, and a healthy work-life balance with limited nights and weekends.

This is a strong fit for a construction estimating professional who values accuracy, organization, subcontractor relationships, and the opportunity to contribute to high-quality projects throughout Central Florida.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the full estimating process for commercial construction projects from conceptual budget through final proposal and project turnover.
- Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, GMP pricing, value engineering recommendations, and cost analyses.
- Solicit, qualify, analyze, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier bids, including bid packages and scope reviews.
- Collaborate with preconstruction leadership, project managers, architects, owners, engineers, and subcontractors to develop accurate and competitive estimates.
- Participate in constructability reviews and provide input on cost savings, materials, scheduling, long-lead items, and market pricing.
- Support business development efforts through budgeting assistance, proposal support, and relationship building with repeat clients.

Compensation and Benefits

- Salary range: $90,000 to $130,000 per year.
- Direct hire opportunity.
- 100 percent employer-paid medical insurance for employees.
- Benefits begin the first of the month following hire date.
- 15 days of PTO during the first year.
- 4 weeks of PTO after 5 years.
- 9 paid holidays.
- Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Minimal nights and weekend work.
- Full benefits package.

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