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Estimator in Raleigh

Date Posted: 09 June 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Estimator – Commercial Construction

Raleigh / Durham, North Carolina

A leading commercial General Contractor is seeking an Estimator to join its preconstruction team in the Raleigh-Durham market.

This is an opportunity to work with a builder that has a strong reputation, a healthy backlog, and a leadership team that values preconstruction as a critical driver of project success. The company continues to expand throughout the region and is looking for an Estimator who wants to play a visible role in helping secure and shape future projects.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare conceptual, schematic, design-development, and hard bid estimates
  • Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing analysis
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals
  • Develop scopes of work and bid packages
  • Participate in value engineering and budgeting exercises
  • Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and project teams
  • Assist with proposal preparation and project pursuits
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, and project requirements

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience
  • Experience estimating ground-up commercial projects
  • Strong understanding of construction means and methods
  • Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
  • Strong communication and analytical skills

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Strong project pipeline and backlog
  • Diverse commercial project portfolio
  • Visible role in company growth and project pursuits
  • Collaborative leadership team
  • Long-term advancement opportunities
  • Competitive compensation, bonus, and benefits package

If you're looking to join a builder where preconstruction has a seat at the table and your contributions directly impact company growth, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply online or email your resume to Kenna Warren at kenna.warren@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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