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Estimator

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Permanent USD90,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
An established and highly respected construction contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its pre‑construction team. This is a high‑impact role offering exposure to competitive bid work, conceptual estimating, and close collaboration with operations on complex commercial projects across the region.
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About Our Client

The Estimator will join a well‑established, privately held construction contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial projects across the region. The business is known for its disciplined pre‑construction approach, long‑standing subcontractor relationships, and a consistent pipeline of negotiated and competitive work.

With multiple offices supporting regional operations, the company combines the stability of a long‑tenured organization with a modern, forward‑thinking approach to construction delivery. Teams work collaboratively across pre‑construction and operations, offering Estimators real influence over project outcomes and visibility with senior leadership.

Job Description

As the Estimator, you will report directly to the Vice President of Pre‑Construction and play a critical role in securing and shaping new work. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Producing accurate and competitive cost estimates from schematic design through final bid
  • Managing subcontractor outreach, bid leveling, and scope analysis to ensure complete coverage
  • Preparing phase reports, bid packages, and project summaries for internal leadership
  • Performing take‑offs and validating pricing assumptions with trade partners
  • Collaborating closely with project management teams to align estimates with execution plans
  • Maintaining strong subcontractor relationships while continuously expanding the vendor network
  • Supporting smooth handoff from pre‑construction into operations

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

For the Estimator role, we are seeking:

  • Proven experience in construction estimating, ideally within commercial or industrial projects
  • Strong understanding of subcontractor markets, material pricing, and bid strategy
  • Proficiency with digital take‑off tools and construction software (Excel, estimating and project management platforms)
  • High attention to detail with the ability to meet tight bid deadlines
  • Strong communication skills and confidence working with internal teams and external partners
  • A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset and strong commercial awareness

What's on Offer

  • Base salary: $90,000 - $130,000 depending on experience
  • Opportunity to be based in a major Oklahoma construction hub (Oklahoma City preferred; Tulsa also considered)
  • Long‑term career progression within a stable, well‑capitalized contractor
  • Exposure to a diverse pipeline of negotiated and competitive projects
  • Collaborative, team‑oriented culture with direct access to senior leadership



Contact
Hayley West
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7001494

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Estimator
Industry
Property
Location
Oklahoma City
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Hayley West
Job Reference
JN-042026-7001494