Senior Estimator - General Contractor - Milwaukee, WI

Construction Estimator

For nearly 100 years, our client has been a trusted Milwaukee-area builder, delivering more than $100 million in annual construction volume across industrial, commercial, multifamily, healthcare, and specialty projects. As a privately held, locally owned general contractor with in-house carpentry and concrete capabilities, this company is known for its strong reputation, entrepreneurial mindset, and family-oriented culture where employees build long-term careers, leadership is accessible, and quality relationships drive success.

Prepare detailed conceptual, schematic, design development, and hard bid estimates for commercial, industrial, multifamily, healthcare, and specialty construction projects.

Analyze drawings, specifications, and contract documents to develop accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.

Lead the bid process by soliciting, reviewing, and leveling subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure complete scope coverage.

Identify project risks, opportunities, value engineering options, and constructability considerations during preconstruction.

Collaborate with project managers, field operations, architects, engineers, and owners to align project budgets, schedules, and execution plans.

Develop and maintain conceptual budgets, cost models, and GMP proposals throughout the preconstruction process.

Participate in client meetings and presentations, helping build relationships and support business development efforts.

Negotiate pricing with subcontractors and vendors to maximize competitiveness while maintaining project quality standards.

Track market trends, labor availability, and material pricing to ensure estimates reflect current market conditions.

Support project teams through contract review, scope clarification, change order pricing, and cost analysis during project execution.

Mentor and provide guidance to junior estimators, contributing to the continued growth of the estimating team.

Play a key leadership role within the department, with the opportunity to progress into the Chief Estimator position as part of the company's succession plan.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The ideal candidate is an experienced construction estimator with a proven track record of leading complex commercial, industrial, multifamily, healthcare, or manufacturing project estimates and the desire to grow into a Chief Estimator leadership role. They are confident managing all phases of the preconstruction process, possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, and can effectively collaborate with clients, subcontractors, project teams, and company leadership. Success in this role requires someone who is detail-oriented, business-minded, and takes pride in producing accurate, competitive estimates while maintaining a practical, team-first approach. The best fit will be a down-to-earth professional who values accountability, enjoys working in a collaborative environment, and thrives in a stable, family-oriented culture where long-term relationships and quality work matter. Experience with Destiny estimating software is strongly preferred.

Competitive compensation package starting at $160,000-$170,000

Comprehensive medical coverage including two health plan options, company-supported Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and wellness incentives.

Company-paid benefits including Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, $50,000 Life Insurance, and AD&D coverage, helping protect you and your family at no additional cost

401(k) plan with 3% matching

Bonus eligibility

Additional benefits