Senior Estimator - Federal & Institutional Construction - Lenexa, Kansas

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About the Opportunity

We’re partnered with a nationally recognized general contractor specializing in complex federal and institutional vertical construction projects. This firm has a longstanding reputation for excellence in delivering new construction and renovation work for clients like USACE, NAVFAC, GSA, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as state and municipal agencies. With offices in key regions across the U.S., they maintain a strong pipeline of large-scale federal work valued between $30M and $100M.

They are hiring a Senior Estimator to join their team and support pre construction efforts on high-profile public sector jobs. This is a local role — candidates must live near one of the following offices: Austin, Dallas, Jacksonville, or Lenexa.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for federal, institutional, and municipal projects
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and budgets for vertical construction ($30M–$100M range)
• Collaborate with project executives, design teams, and subcontractors to ensure bid accuracy
• Perform detailed scope reviews, pricing breakdowns, and cost comparisons
• Participate in RFP/RFQ responses, proposal preparation, and design-build pursuits
• Maintain updated cost history and current market pricing for trades, labor, and materials

Qualifications

• 8+ years of estimating experience with a general contractor
• Must be local to one of the office locations listed above
• Experience with federal and military construction projects is required (USACE, NAVFAC, GSA, VA, etc.)
• Comfortable estimating vertical construction projects: barracks, dorms, MOB/hospitals, classrooms, dining halls, maintenance facilities
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Strong knowledge of preconstruction practices, quantity takeoffs, and cost analysis
• Proficient with estimating software and Microsoft Excel

This is a great opportunity to join a mission-driven contractor with consistent large-scale project work, a strong team culture, and a commitment to long-term employee growth.