Senior Estimator – General Construction

Kimmel & Associates

. Build and maintain relationships with commercial general contractors, property owners, and developers to generate new opportunities .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial construction estimating with a strong focus on managing bid pipelines, pricing strategies, and relationship building with general contractors. Proficient in preparing competitive proposals and improving bid conversion rates while maintaining high standards of accuracy and accountability.

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Commercial Construction EstimatingBid Pipeline ManagementProposal PreparationGross Margin UnderstandingRelationship Building with General Contractors

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Hard Skills

EstimatingCost ControlPricing StrategyBid QualificationQuantity Takeoff Review

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationProactive ApproachResponsiveness

Tools & Technologies

ConstructConnectAutodeskBid Platforms

Industry Keywords

Commercial ConstructionGeneral ContractorSpecialty ScopesProposal Follow-UpEstimating Quality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain relationships with commercial general contractors, property owners, and developers to generate new opportunities
Review incoming bid invitations, qualify opportunities, and maintain an organized, active bid pipeline
Prioritize bundled proposals combining multiple scopes to strengthen competitiveness and maximize project opportunities
Coordinate and oversee a network of Quantity Takeoff Specialists
Review takeoffs and quotes for accuracy, completeness, scope alignment, and competitive positioning
Prepare and submit professional proposals meeting established pricing standards and maintaining a minimum confirmed gross margin of 25%
Follow up on submitted proposals, track outcomes, and improve bid conversion rates
Communicate market intelligence, customer feedback, and competitive insights to the President and leadership team
Manage multiple bids simultaneously while maintaining responsiveness, accuracy, and accountability
Help establish scalable estimating processes and contribute to company growth and operational development
Report directly to the President

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience in commercial construction estimating; general contractor-side estimating experience strongly preferred
Familiarity with specialty scopes such as drywall, acoustical ceilings (ACT), painting, polished concrete, or epoxy flooring is a strong advantage
Experience using bid platforms such as ConstructConnect, Autodesk, or similar tools
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high-volume bid pipeline
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confident outreach and consistent proposal follow-up
Solid understanding of gross margin, pricing strategy, and cost control
Proactive, self-directed approach to identifying opportunities and converting bids into awarded work
Established relationships with general contractors in the Carolinas and demonstrated ability to grow those relationships preferred
Experience managing junior estimators, outsourced takeoff specialists, vendors, or subcontractors preferred
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines while maintaining estimating quality and commercial discipline
Candidates must be within driving distance of Hickory, NC

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus tied to proposal volume, bid capture rate, and gross margin performance
Fully remote work arrangement within the designated geographic area
Defined pathway to an executive-level position within 24 months, based on achievement of established milestones
Direct access to the President and meaningful influence over company growth and strategy
Opportunity to help scale a profitable, growing specialty contracting business