Senior Estimator

Overview

Manages and prepares cost estimates for construction projects, ensuring accuracy and leadership in preconstruction.

Key Responsibilities

• bid preparation
• quantity takeoff
• cost estimating
• supplier coordination
• schedule planning
• value engineering

Tasks

Senior Estimator manages and assists in the compilation of estimates for various projects and is responsible for cost accuracy. A Senior Estimator gives appropriate responses to the Owners requirements and maintains a high level of professionalism in estimating. A Senior Estimator reports to the SBU Executive; alternatively, the Senior Estimator may report to the Chief Estimator at the SBU Executives direction. -Is responsible for the preparation of bid proposal for submittal. -Attends Owner meetings during estimate development. -Champions “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers. -Prepares detailed schedules for proposed projects. -Ensures that “Constructing with Integrity” is delivered by working with honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work. -Communicates with subs and suppliers to clarify pricing information. Determines the suitability and competitive stance of subs and suppliers. -Solicits bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers. Creates listings of appropriate contacts for specific projects. -Initiates various special projects related to estimating. -Prepares estimates and supplementary information for potential projects. -Performs quantity take-offs, organizes, prices, and analyzes information. -Assists and guides staff towards completion of special projects. -Reads, understands, and offers improvements to the contract documents (plans, specifications & addenda). Offers Value-Engineering and Life-Cycle cost options for review. -Prepares and analyzes estimate formats in such areas as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs and bid analysis. -Initiates schematic plans or sketches to illustrate approach and strategy.

Requirements

• bachelor's
• 5+ years
• destini estimator
• revit
• primavera
• leadership

What You Bring

Senior Estimator -Understands and utilizes proven estimating and bidding strategies. -Good working knowledge of self-performed concrete construction. -Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction related field or equivalent education and experience. -Presents well in interviews and in all meetings with clients. -Has the ability to utilize the latest estimating software used by Layton. -Works well with Architects and Owners and provides leadership in the preconstruction process and demonstrates best practices throughout preconstruction. -Working knowledge of Revit and Primavera systems. -Proven working knowledge of Destini Estimator software, BlueBeam, Assemble, and other latest software and technology. -Possesses sufficient knowledge of all construction systems and disciplines, including mechanical and electrical, in order to complete comprehensive cost estimates without assistance from others. -Understands the difference between the narrow focus of just cost estimating services and the broader scope of preconstruction services. -Effective written, verbal and presentation skills. -Has experience in estimating at all stages of design: conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents. -Excellent knowledge of construction practices, methods, trends and crew data. -Over five years’ experience in estimating commercial construction projects, demonstrating competence in hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating. -Ability to operate office equipment, computer, printer, phone, copier, fax, etc. -Fully understands and practices the principles of Target Value Design. -Ability to work under pressure, meets tight deadlines, and coordinate team members.

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Benefits

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program. The full salary range for this position is $150,000 to $180,000. This position is eligible for a target bonus.

About Layton Construction

-Began with humble local projects and grew through disciplined, integrity-driven craftsmanship. -Known for high-profile work—like university stadiums, cancer institutes, luxury resorts, sports venues and data centers. -Excels in sectors including healthcare, distribution, hospitality, residential, sports, life sciences and manufacturing. -Their execution often tackles build complexity head-on—such as curved theater spaces with thick walls to resist groundwater pressure. -Continues family-led traditions while embracing innovation, award-winning safety, technical rigor, and a relationship-first approach.

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