OverviewSenior Estimator - DanisThe Role: You'll provide estimating services for conceptual and hard bid work across diverse contract types, with a focus on complex commercial and institutional projects.
ResponsibilitiesCore Responsibilities:- Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope and estimate requirements
- Develop conceptual, self-perform, hard bid, and GMP estimates for complex projects
- Create detailed quantity takeoffs and man-hour-based estimates using historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, and productivity analysis
- Provide risk analysis input, constructability reviews, and value engineering support during preconstruction
- Collaborate with operations teams during bid evaluation and subcontractor selection
- Maintain comprehensive documentation to support all estimate figures
QualificationsWhat You Need:- 8+ years of estimating experience on commercial/institutional projects up to $150 million
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred (or equivalent technical training and experience)
- Experience with self-perform work and at-risk GC/CM delivery methods
- Project expertise in sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, higher education, food & beverage manufacturing, data centers, or similar complex facilities
- Strong command of estimating software, cost control systems, and engineering disciplines
- Ability to work independently on complex proposals while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills for partnering with preconstruction teams, project teams, architects, and subcontractors
If you have 5-7 years of solid estimating experience and are ready to take on more complex work, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and problem-solving ability alongside years of experience.
Why Choose Danis for Your Estimating Career: Competitive Total Compensation- Annual merit increases and bonuses recognizing your growing expertise
- Profit sharing because your success drives our success
Comprehensive Benefits Package- Full health, dental and vision insurance for you and your family
- Short-term, long-term, and supplemental insurance coverage
- Life insurance for peace of mind
Professional Development- Danis University: 45+ training programs to advance your safety expertise
- Certification reimbursement and continuing education support
- Clear career progression paths within our growing organization
Work-Life Integration- Generous vacation and PTO policies
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- 401K retirement planning
Purpose-Driven Culture- "Constructing Hope" community outreach program
- Work for a company that genuinely values safety over shortcuts
- Be part of a team that's building more than structures-we're building careers and communities
Ready to bring your estimating expertise to a company that values precision and people? Apply today.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:Spends much of their time in an office environment, some assignments are based at on-site job office, either at their desk or meeting with management, architects' clients or subcontractors.
Please, no agency calls. Unsolicited resumes from agencies will be considered the property of Danis, with no obligation for fees. #LI-ONSITE
