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Senior Estimator- Commercial Construction in Durham

Date Posted: 29 September 2026

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Job Description

SENIOR ESTIMATOR – COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

Location: Winston-Salem, NC 

Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent

A well-established commercial general contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction estimator to work on complex, high-value commercial projects across multiple market sectors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead estimating from conceptual design through final bid and contract award
  • Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs, pricing, bid packages and scope reviews
  • Review plans, specifications and construction documents
  • Solicit, analyze and level subcontractor and vendor bids
  • Identify project risks, exclusions and estimating opportunities
  • Partner with Project Management, Operations and leadership on project strategy
  • Participate in preconstruction, value engineering and client/architect meetings
  • Manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously
  • Mentor junior estimating team members and help improve estimating processes

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
  • Strong hard-bid estimating experience required
  • Experience estimating complex commercial construction projects
  • Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, materials and subcontractor scopes
  • Experience with quantity takeoffs, subcontractor bid analysis and scope leveling
  • Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
  • Proficiency with construction estimating software and Microsoft Office
  • Construction Management, Engineering or related degree preferred but not required

WHAT'S OFFERED

  • Highly competitive compensation based on experience
  • Performance-based bonus opportunity
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Long-term advancement opportunities
  • Exposure to challenging, high-value commercial projects

This is an opportunity to join an established commercial contractor where your estimating expertise will directly impact project pursuits and continued company growth.

All inquiries and applications will be handled confidentially.

APPLY NOW and send your resume to MELISSA.STRATER@GOGPAC.COM

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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