Skender
Base pay range
$115,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr About Skender
Skender has 70 years of experience building dream spaces for world‑leading brands. We are builders of communities, relationships, dreams, and careers. Ambitious, humble, compassionate, we focus on lasting partnerships with the right people. Our success starts and ends with our people. Core Values
Proactive – Take initiative, stay curious, and roll up sleeves to get the job done. Refreshing – Celebrate team wins, show appreciation freely, and give credit where earned. True Partner – Thrive on collaboration, ask thoughtful questions, and stay fully present and engaged. Who are you?
Senior Estimator with deep expertise in preparing complex estimates, developing reliable pricing strategies, and leveraging estimating tools to drive smarter outcomes. Proactive, solutions‑oriented leader who takes ownership, thinks ahead, and communicates confidently across internal teams, trade partners, and clients. What will you do?
Stay current on construction costs, labor productivity, and market conditions through vendor relationships, trade publications, and other resources. Build and maintain reliable vendor and subcontractor partnerships, ensuring accurate and timely pricing for equipment, materials, and services. Develop and refine cost assemblies and estimates for common project components and self‑performed work. Maintain the accuracy and integrity of estimating data through consistent updates, safeguards, and use of historical cost information. Support the Preconstruction Executive with bid preparation, vendor selection, proposal analysis, and quantity takeoffs. Track and evaluate the time and effort required to produce detailed bids, helping improve estimating efficiency. Review owner requirements, specifications, and potential liabilities, and flag any items that may impact cost or risk. Participate in job startup meetings and ensure approved vendors and subcontractors are properly solicited. Continuously look for ways to enhance the effectiveness and accuracy of the estimating function. Required Education and Experience
4‑year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a similar construction‑related field. Minimum 6 years of experience in estimating, cost control, and/or engineering in commercial construction markets. Desired Skills
Analytical Thinking – Uses logic and critical thinking to interpret documents, assess scopes, and evaluate proposals. Attention to Detail – Carefully reviews drawings, specs, and estimates to ensure accuracy and completeness. Cost Awareness – Stays current on material pricing, labor costs, and market trends to support reliable estimates. Technical Proficiency – Skilled with estimating software and tools; experienced in takeoffs, cost assemblies, and bid packages. Communication – Clearly communicates with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to confirm details and resolve issues. Collaboration – Works closely with the Preconstruction Executive and project teams to align on goals and deliverables. Problem Solving – Identifies potential risks or challenges and recommends practical solutions. Time Management – Balances multiple estimates and deadlines while maintaining quality. Continuous Improvement – Seeks ways to enhance tools, processes, and accuracy through feedback and insights. Professional Integrity – Maintains fairness, transparency, and ethical standards in all estimating practices. Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental & vision) – 100% paid by Skender. Health savings account – Annual deposit. Retirement plan – 100% match up to 5% of gross earnings. Tuition reimbursement. Employee referral program. Wellness incentives. Paid time off. Parental leave for mothers and fathers. Employee assistance program services. Short‑ & long‑term disability insurance. Community involvement opportunities. EEO Statement
At Skender, our values guide our behavior and shape our actions. Our promise is an authentic commitment to equality, opportunity, and a respectful work environment for all. We embrace individuality and listen to diverse voices. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Management & Manufacturing – Construction
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$115,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr About Skender
Skender has 70 years of experience building dream spaces for world‑leading brands. We are builders of communities, relationships, dreams, and careers. Ambitious, humble, compassionate, we focus on lasting partnerships with the right people. Our success starts and ends with our people. Core Values
Proactive – Take initiative, stay curious, and roll up sleeves to get the job done. Refreshing – Celebrate team wins, show appreciation freely, and give credit where earned. True Partner – Thrive on collaboration, ask thoughtful questions, and stay fully present and engaged. Who are you?
Senior Estimator with deep expertise in preparing complex estimates, developing reliable pricing strategies, and leveraging estimating tools to drive smarter outcomes. Proactive, solutions‑oriented leader who takes ownership, thinks ahead, and communicates confidently across internal teams, trade partners, and clients. What will you do?
Stay current on construction costs, labor productivity, and market conditions through vendor relationships, trade publications, and other resources. Build and maintain reliable vendor and subcontractor partnerships, ensuring accurate and timely pricing for equipment, materials, and services. Develop and refine cost assemblies and estimates for common project components and self‑performed work. Maintain the accuracy and integrity of estimating data through consistent updates, safeguards, and use of historical cost information. Support the Preconstruction Executive with bid preparation, vendor selection, proposal analysis, and quantity takeoffs. Track and evaluate the time and effort required to produce detailed bids, helping improve estimating efficiency. Review owner requirements, specifications, and potential liabilities, and flag any items that may impact cost or risk. Participate in job startup meetings and ensure approved vendors and subcontractors are properly solicited. Continuously look for ways to enhance the effectiveness and accuracy of the estimating function. Required Education and Experience
4‑year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a similar construction‑related field. Minimum 6 years of experience in estimating, cost control, and/or engineering in commercial construction markets. Desired Skills
Analytical Thinking – Uses logic and critical thinking to interpret documents, assess scopes, and evaluate proposals. Attention to Detail – Carefully reviews drawings, specs, and estimates to ensure accuracy and completeness. Cost Awareness – Stays current on material pricing, labor costs, and market trends to support reliable estimates. Technical Proficiency – Skilled with estimating software and tools; experienced in takeoffs, cost assemblies, and bid packages. Communication – Clearly communicates with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to confirm details and resolve issues. Collaboration – Works closely with the Preconstruction Executive and project teams to align on goals and deliverables. Problem Solving – Identifies potential risks or challenges and recommends practical solutions. Time Management – Balances multiple estimates and deadlines while maintaining quality. Continuous Improvement – Seeks ways to enhance tools, processes, and accuracy through feedback and insights. Professional Integrity – Maintains fairness, transparency, and ethical standards in all estimating practices. Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental & vision) – 100% paid by Skender. Health savings account – Annual deposit. Retirement plan – 100% match up to 5% of gross earnings. Tuition reimbursement. Employee referral program. Wellness incentives. Paid time off. Parental leave for mothers and fathers. Employee assistance program services. Short‑ & long‑term disability insurance. Community involvement opportunities. EEO Statement
At Skender, our values guide our behavior and shape our actions. Our promise is an authentic commitment to equality, opportunity, and a respectful work environment for all. We embrace individuality and listen to diverse voices. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Management & Manufacturing – Construction
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