Estimator

Job Title: Estimator
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team, responsible for overseeing the entire bidding process for commercial construction projects. This role involves coordinating pre-bid activities, creating comprehensive bid proposals, and collaborating with project managers to ensure project success.

Responsibilities

• Complete vetting questions and attend pre-bid meetings; take pre-construction photos as needed.
• Set up estimating folder on shared drive and create master vendor list.
• Order plans and review all drawings and specifications.
• Create and send invitations to bid.
• Submit requests for Builder’s Risk Insurance, Bid Bonds, and Certificates of Insurance as required.
• Follow up with subcontractors via email, calls, and texts to solicit bids.
• Create and manage the overall Schedule of Values.
• Perform all necessary take-offs.
• Compile and complete all bid submission forms, including insurance, bonding, and DBE/WBE/MBE forms.
• Review and manage bid tally and scope sheets; prepare bid envelope.
• Manage bid day responsibilities, including Google Docs coordination.
• Coordinate in-person or online bid submissions.
• Compile post-bid information and create job folders.
• Schedule and conduct 48-hour and turnover meetings with production; input budget and prepare buyout/bust sheet.
• Prepare subcontracts and templates; set up new jobs in Master Builder.
• Submit in-person bids as needed.
• Participate in estimating bid calls and L10 meetings.
• Collaborate with project managers to address project questions.
• Conduct estimator job walks and review project change orders from project managers.

Essential Skills

• Over 5 years of experience in commercial construction estimating, with a strong background in both ground-up and renovation projects.
• Skilled in analyzing and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and scope documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to produce accurate quantity takeoffs, detailed cost estimates, and competitive bid proposals.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial building systems, subcontractor scopes, and current market pricing trends.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in using estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• background in construction, either as a General Contractor (GC) or subcontractor.
• Experience with preconstruction processes and bidding.

Work Environment

The role is based in-office in either Louisville or Lexington. You will work within a team of three, bidding on a variety of commercial projects, including in-house concrete and drywall projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lexington, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability, and Simple IRA.
• Paid time off.
• Performance bonus.
• Cell phone reimbursement, mileage, or vehicle allowance.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

commercial construction estimating, quantity takeoff, cost estimation, bid proposal development, construction drawing interpretation, specification review, schedule of values management, estimating software, microsoft office, preconstruction processes, subcontractor management, project management collaboration, stakeholder communication, building systems knowledge, market pricing analysis, job site visits, change order review, subcontractor template preparation, gdocuments management, Senior Estimator Pipeline & Estimating & Mechanical Bidding, Cost Engineer, Cost & Schedule & Controls Group Head, Team Lead - Project Management, Construction Controller, Architectural Draftsman, Cost & Schedule Engineer, Interior Designer & BIM modeller, Principal - Value Engineering, Structural Engineer - Commercial Building & Hospitality Project