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Ilocatum

Commercial Estimator – New Construction

Ilocatum, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544

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Commercial Estimator - New Construction

Location :

Memphis, TN

Must-Have Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of commercial construction estimating experience (conceptual to design development / CD)

Experience with negotiated bids and hard-bid estimating in a commercial General Contractor setting

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, estimating software (Timberline or similar), and takeoff tools (On-Screen Takeoff or similar)

Familiarity with new commercial construction estimating processes

Based in or willing to relocate to Memphis, TN

Position Overview A well-established, 100-year-old commercial General Contractor is expanding into the Memphis market and is seeking a Commercial Estimator focused on new construction. This role centers on negotiated bids and preconstruction estimating with opportunities to contribute to commercial, light industrial, manufacturing, and corporate office projects.

This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented estimator who prefers collaboration over strictly hard-bid environments and wants to be part of a growing team entering a new market.

Key Responsibilities

Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates from early design through construction documents

Lead and support preconstruction efforts on negotiated and hard-bid projects

Prepare and analyze subcontractor bids, proposals, and bid packages

Manage full-scope estimating responsibilities across all trades

Create presentation-ready estimate packages with clear cost breakdowns

Support client engagement, value engineering sessions, and proposal presentations (RFPs)

Work closely with project teams to provide cost solutions and ensure accurate budgeting

Preferred Experience and Attributes

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred but not required)

Experience estimating commercial projects valued between $5M–$25M+

Ability to manage multiple estimates, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with clients and subcontractors

Strong attention to detail and willingness to ask questions to clarify scope and design intent

Ability to develop business relationships with clients and partners

Why Join This Team

Stable and reputable GC with over 100 years of success

Family-oriented culture focused on work-life balance and professional growth

Opportunity to help build operations in a new market

Diverse project portfolio across commercial, healthcare, industrial, and corporate sectors

Benefits Include

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health insurance

Bonus opportunities up to 20% plus annual bonus

Paid holidays and PTO

If you're a skilled estimator ready to make an impact in a growing Memphis market, we want to hear from you.

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