CareerPlanSign in

Sr Estimator

Raleigh-Durham, NC💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-31 → 2026-09-26

Core

Leads the development and execution of complex and strategic project cost estimates to influence project acquisition, profitability, and organizational growth.

Role type

Senior Estimator (Construction)

Builds

Strategic project cost estimates and budgets for complex construction projects

Domain

Construction / Engineering / Life Sciences / Healthcare / Higher Education

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> production cost estimates and project budgets

Required skills

Cost estimation, risk analysis, constructability assessment, vendor negotiation, value engineering, process optimization, team leadership, analytical methodologies, market intelligence

Preferred skills

Managerial experience, mentoring, continuous improvement

Technologies

Advanced estimating tools, benchmarking processes

Responsibilities

Lead preparation and validation of comprehensive cost estimates for high-value projects; Direct multidisciplinary teams in review of project documentation and risk analysis; Develop and implement advanced estimating tools and methodologies; Advise executive leadership on cost strategies and risk mitigation; Negotiate with vendors and subcontractors for optimal pricing; Mentor team members on complex estimating processes.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

Sourced via workday · Listed on CareerPlan, which tracks 70,000+ jobs from 20+ sources.