Construction Estimator
New Today
About the Role: A well-established and family-focused commercial contractor is seeking a Commercial Estimator with 5+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating. This is a key opportunity to join a tight-knit team working on diverse projects, including ground-up municipal buildings and creative private renovations.You’ll be instrumental in preparing accurate, competitive bids, collaborating closely with project teams, and ensuring estimates align with quality standards and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform detailed quantity take-offs and full estimates for private and municipal projects
Read and interpret architectural, structural, and MEP plans/specs
Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor/vendor proposals
Develop bid scopes and ensure alignment with project requirements
Collaborate with Project Managers and Superintendents during preconstruction
Analyze project costs and identify value engineering options
Prepare conceptual budgets, hard bids, and GMP estimates
Maintain and update estimating templates, historical data, and unit pricing
Attend pre-bid site walks and meetings as needed
What You’ll Bring:
5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and sequencing
Proficient in Bluebeam, PlanSwift/On-Screen Takeoff, and Excel
Ability to read and understand plans/specs thoroughly
Strong organizational and time management skills—manage multiple estimates at once
Clear, professional communication skills (written & verbal)
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:
Family-first culture with a supportive leadership team
Work-life balance
Competitive base salary ($80K–$115K DOE)
Benefits: 401k, Health Insurance, and a collaborative team environment
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
- Location:
- Dothan