Director of Estimating - MD/DC

Director Of Estimating

The Director of Estimating will:

• Lead estimating and preconstruction efforts from project pursuit through final proposal submission.
• Oversee conceptual, schematic, design development, GMP, and hard bid estimates.
• Direct quantity takeoffs, pricing strategies, bid leveling, and scope analysis across multiple projects.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor solicitation efforts to maximize bid coverage and competitiveness.
• Evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope completeness, accuracy, exclusions, and pricing.
• Identify project risks, constructability concerns, market impacts, and scope gaps within construction documents.
• Develop estimate deliverables including bid tabs, scope sheets, pricing comparisons, quantity summaries, and cost analyses.
• Lead value engineering initiatives and recommend cost-saving strategies to clients and project teams.
• Collaborate with operational leadership to ensure successful turnover from preconstruction to project execution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, owners, architects, and industry partners.
• Monitor construction market trends, labor conditions, and material pricing to inform estimating decisions.
• Mentor and develop estimating staff while establishing best practices and process improvements.
• Coordinate multiple pursuits simultaneously while ensuring accuracy, quality, and deadline compliance.
• Represent the organization at client meetings, networking events, industry functions, and business development initiatives.

The successful applicant should have:

• Significant experience in construction estimating, preconstruction, project management, or related construction leadership roles.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents.
• Deep knowledge of quantity takeoffs, trade scopes, subcontractor procurement, and bid leveling.
• Experience leading estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple pursuits and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Copilot.
• Experience with Bluebeam and estimating/takeoff software platforms.
• Proven ability to build relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.

The Director of Estimating will:

• Become an employee-owner through a 100% ESOP organization with a vested interest in your long-term success.
• Lead strategic pursuits and influence high-profile projects across one of the nation's most active construction markets.
• Join a nationally recognized ENR-ranked contractor generating over $1 billion in annual revenue.
• Work within an entrepreneurial culture that offers executive visibility and career advancement opportunities.
• Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of complex projects backed by strong repeat clientele and national resources.