Senior Estimator Federal & Institutional Construction Lenexa, Kansas

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.