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Estimator - Commercial Construction - Fairfax County

McLean, Virginia Permanent USD100,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
This Estimator role is a plug-and-play opportunity for a seasoned professional to take ownership of commercial interior and ground up projects as well as budgeting from day one. You'll drive preconstruction efforts, support business development, and help shape project strategy across a diverse portfolio.
  • Step into a high-impact role on complex, $5M+ interior projects
  • Opportunity to build your own Estimating Department

About Our Client

Our client is a well-regarded, fast-growing commercial contractor known for delivering complex, detail-oriented interior and new construction projects. They've built a reputation for precision, accountability, and successfully executing challenging work across a competitive regional market. They are a family oriented contractor working in a tight knit environment.

Job Description

  • Lead estimating efforts for commercial interior and new construction projects from concept through final bid
  • Develop detailed budgets, takeoffs, and cost analyses across multiple scopes
  • Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors to ensure competitive pricing
  • Partner with project management and leadership to refine project strategy and execution plans
  • Mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of the preconstruction function
  • Evaluate drawings, specifications, and proposals to identify risks and cost-saving opportunities
  • Utilize tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project for estimating and coordination

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 7+ years of experience as an estimator with a commercial General Contractor
  • Strong background in commercial interiors, new construction, and renovation projects
  • Proven ability to develop budgets, lead bids, and manage subcontractor relationships
  • Experience working with clients such as brokerages, corporate offices, or institutional users
  • Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar construction tools
  • Strong knowledge of the local market and subcontractor landscape
  • Leadership ability, including mentoring and guiding junior team members



What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus upside ($100k - $130k base)
  • Hyrbid Work Schedule (Autonomous working style)
  • Clear path to Senior Estimator and leadership responsibilities
  • Exposure to complex, high-quality, design-driven projects
  • Strong pipeline of consistent work across multiple sectors
  • Collaborative culture with direct access to executive leadership



Contact
Kyle Wilcox
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7100242

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Where
McLean
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kyle Wilcox
Job Reference
JN-092026-7100242
 

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