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Estimator

Indianapolis, Indiana Permanent USD75,000 - USD110,000 per year View Job Description
Client is seeking an Estimator with 2-3 years of construction estimating experience to support preconstruction and bidding efforts. This role offers strong growth potential, including a path to become Director of Estimating within 5-10 years. Candidates should have strong character, attention to detail, and a desire to lead.
  • Role is Open Due to Market Expansion and Growth
  • Exciting Opportunity With a Top Reputable GC in Indy

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established, Indianapolis-based construction management and general contracting firm with more than 30 years of experience delivering complex projects across commercial, healthcare, industrial, education, institutional, and public-sector markets. Known for its strong reputation, repeat client base, commitment to quality, and people-first culture, the company offers employees the opportunity to work on meaningful projects while building long-term careers and advancing into leadership positions.

Job Description

  • Prepare accurate conceptual, budgetary, and hard-bid estimates for commercial, institutional, healthcare, and public-sector construction projects.
  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, pricing analysis, and scope reviews from drawings, specifications, and project documents.
  • Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure complete and competitive pricing.
  • Collaborate with project managers, field operations, clients, architects, and consultants throughout the preconstruction process.
  • Identify project risks, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving strategies while maintaining quality and schedule objectives.
  • Develop bid packages, assemble comprehensive project estimates, and support proposal and presentation efforts.
  • Assist in building and maintaining relationships with clients, trade partners, and industry stakeholders while contributing to the continued growth of the preconstruction department.

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

  • Brings experience in preconstruction and estimating across commercial, healthcare, education and municipal sectors
  • Expereince as a full estimator supporting estimating departments
  • Proven ability to collaborate with project managers, field staff, and executives
  • Comfortable using industry-standard tools and systems
  • Demonstrates strong communication, leadership, and a commitment to quality and schedule adherence
  • Aligns with company values of professionalism, transparency, and strategic project selection
  • Motivated to contribute to the growth of the Indianapolis office and take on long-term leadership responsibilities

What's on Offer

  • Base salary up to $110K
  • Opportunity to grow into the Director of Estimating
  • Standard dental, health, vision benefits
  • PTO
Contact
Sam Rodriguez
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7124208

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Site Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Indianapolis
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sam Rodriguez
Job Reference
JN-102026-7124208
 

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