A leading specialty building envelope contractor is seeking a highly experienced Senior Estimator to lead estimating and bid development for commercial and industrial projects featuring Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) systems. The ideal candidate brings extensive estimating experience, deep technical knowledge, and the ability to independently manage complex estimates from initial bid review through final proposal.
This role supports work in the advanced manufacturing, mission-critical, and industrial construction markets. Candidates in Knoxville or East Tennessee are preferred; remote work or relocation may be considered for highly qualified applicants.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead preparation of detailed cost estimates and competitive bids for commercial and industrial IMP projects.
- Review drawings, specifications, and bid packages to evaluate scope, installation requirements, and pricing considerations.
- Perform and validate detailed quantity takeoffs covering labor, materials, equipment, and installation.
- Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, and cost risks that could affect pricing and profitability.
- Review supplier and subcontractor quotes, verify pricing, and resolve discrepancies before finalizing estimates.
- Develop comprehensive proposals with clearly defined pricing, inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions.
- Coordinate with general contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to clarify technical requirements and bid questions.
- Maintain accurate estimating records, cost databases, and bid documentation for consistent practices.
- Review estimates for accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness before submission.
- Provide technical estimating guidance and pricing recommendations that shape bid strategy and win profitable work.
Requirements
- 8+ years of direct construction estimating or closely related project management experience, with substantial Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) estimating experience strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to independently develop, manage, and own complex construction estimates and competitive bids.
- Experience with advanced manufacturing, mission-critical, or industrial construction projects strongly preferred.
- Advanced ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, technical specifications, and bid documents.
- Extensive experience with quantity takeoffs, labor and material pricing, installation costs, and cost analysis.
- Proficiency with construction estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and related tools.
- Strong commercial judgment and analytical skills, including identifying scope gaps, evaluating cost risk, and building accurate pricing strategies.
- Required: demonstrated ownership of estimating or project costs. General commercial construction experience without relevant estimating responsibility or comparable specialty construction experience will not be sufficient.
Benefits
- Salary: $90,000–$125,000 annually, depending on experience.
- Health insurance.
- Retirement plan options.
- Paid time off.
- Additional company-sponsored benefits.