Construction Cost Estimator - Commercial Buildings in Sioux City

Date Posted: Friday, November 21, 2025

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Construction Cost Estimator – Commercial Buildings

Location: Sioux City, IA 51108
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Company Overview:
A reputable commercial contractor focused on education, municipal, retail, and light industrial projects. The estimating team plays a critical role in the company’s preconstruction process and long-term growth strategy.

Position Summary:
The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, conducting quantity takeoffs, evaluating subcontractor proposals, and developing competitive bid packages for commercial building projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review architectural and engineering drawings for scope alignment

  • Complete detailed quantity takeoffs and pricing breakdowns

  • Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor bids

  • Prepare estimate summaries, clarifications, and value recommendations

  • Assist with bid strategy and proposal development

Qualifications:

  • 3–6 years estimating experience in commercial construction

  • Strong ability to read plans and assess constructability

  • Solid analytical and organizational skills

Our client is ready to hire immediately! Apply online now, or send your resume and project list to aaron.herzog@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.