Sr Commercial Construction Estimator

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# Sr Commercial Construction Estimator > Weekday AI · Lincoln, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-26 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** Weekday's Client via platform ## Description **This role is for one of the Weekday's clients** Min Experience: 1+ years Location: Lincoln, Nebraska, United States JobType: full-time We are seeking an experienced **Senior Commercial Construction Estimator** to join a growing commercial construction organization and play a key role in strengthening its estimating and preconstruction capabilities. This is more than a traditional estimating position. The ideal candidate will bring strong commercial estimating expertise along with a continuous-improvement mindset, helping modernize estimating processes, introduce new technologies, improve workflows, and contribute to the company's long-term growth. ## Requirements ### Key Responsibilities - Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for a diverse range of commercial construction projects. - Analyze project plans, specifications, scopes, drawings, and other bid documents to develop comprehensive cost estimates. - Collaborate closely with Operations, Project Management, Business Development, and Finance teams throughout the preconstruction process. - Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and other project partners. - Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier bids. - Conduct project site visits to understand scope, constructability, site conditions, and project requirements. - Identify potential cost, scope, and constructability risks during the estimating process. - Support smooth project handoffs from estimating and preconstruction to project execution. - Provide estimating insights and recommendations to leadership to support project planning and bidding strategies. - Identify opportunities to improve estimating systems, processes, technology, and workflows. - Contribute ideas and best practices to continuously improve the overall preconstruction function. ### Requirements - Approximately **5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience** with a General Contractor. - Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, subcontractor pricing, and estimating practices. - Proven ability to prepare accurate, detailed, and competitive project estimates. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. - Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation. - Strong communication, organization, negotiation, and relationship-management skills. - Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and senior leadership. - Experience with construction estimating software and digital construction tools is highly desirable. - Project management or preconstruction experience is a plus. - A proactive mindset with an interest in improving processes and adopting new technology. ### What Makes This Opportunity Different This role provides an opportunity to have a meaningful impact beyond individual project estimates. You will have the chance to: - Help shape the future direction of the estimating and preconstruction function. - Introduce new technologies, tools, and process improvements. - Work directly with leadership and influence estimating strategy. - Contribute to a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. - Develop your expertise while taking on increasing levels of responsibility. - Help build scalable systems and processes as the organization continues to grow. ### Compensation & Benefits - **Base Salary:** Approximately $100,000–$125,000, depending on experience. - Annual performance bonus. - Company-provided SUV, including fuel, insurance, and maintenance. - Comprehensive medical and dental benefits. - 401(k) with company match. - Continuing education and professional development support. - Relocation assistance available for the right candidate. **Good-to-have skills:** - Construction - Commercial Construction - Preconstruction - Estimating Software - Project Management ## Apply [Apply at Weekday AI](https://apply.workable.com/weekday-1/j/8F3BA94920/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)