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Estimator | Growing Commercial General Contractor

Leesburg, Virginia Permanent USD100,000 - USD140,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced Estimator with 5-10 years of construction experience to support a growing pipeline of commercial projects throughout Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland. This role will play a key part in preconstruction activities, including bid evaluation, schematic estimating, quantity take-offs, scope development, and subcontractor management.
  • Join a fast-growing builder with ambitious expansion plans
  • Work directly with leadership on high-profile $1M-$20M projects

About Our Client

This established and rapidly growing construction firm has build a strong reputation delivering diverse projects across commercial, hospitality, multifamily, healthcare, retail, and restaurant sectors. With a collaborative, close-knit culture and ambitious growth plans, they offer employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside highly experienced industry leaders.

Job Description

The Estimator will be responsible for:

  • Preparing detailed conceptual, schematic, and hard-bid estimates for commercial construction projects.
  • Performing comprehensive quantity take-offs for materials including drywall, flooring, trim, exterior systems, and other building components.
  • Reviewing project drawings and specifications to develop complete scopes of work.
  • Analysing subcontractor proposals, level bids, and identifying scope gaps or exclusions.
  • Collaborating with project teams and leadership throughout the preconstruction process.
  • Assisting in developing project budgets and cost planning from early design through final pricing.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
  • Utilizing Bluebeam and BuildingConnected to manage estimates, bid packages, and project documentation.
  • Supporting multiple projects ranging from $1M to $20M in value across various market sectors.



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

A successful Estimator should have:

  • 5-10 years of experience in construction estimating.
  • Current experience working as an Estimator for a General Contractor.
  • Strong understanding of commercial construction methods and materials.
  • Demonstrated experience leveling subcontractor bids and identifying scope gaps.
  • Ability to perform accurate material take-offs and quantity surveys.
  • Proficient at reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
  • Experience developing complete trade scopes and project budgets.
  • Proficiency with Bluebeam and BuildingConnected.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Experience with commercial, hospitality, multifamily, healthcare, retail, or restaurant projects is preferred.

What's on Offer

Reasons to apply for this Estimator role:

  • Join a company that has grown from a small team into a thriving contractor with significant future expansion plans.
  • Work on a diverse portfolio of commercial projects ranging from $1M-$20M.
  • Enjoy direct exposure to executive leadership and decision-makers.
  • Be part of a genuinely collaborative culture where every employee's contribution is valued.
  • Competitive compensation package.



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Jessica Grocer
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7102252

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Estimator
Industry
Property
Where
Leesburg
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jessica Grocer
Job Reference
JN-092026-7102252
 

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