Address 3232 Allegheny Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43209, US
Compensation $125,000.00 - $150,000.00/year
Position Title:
Senior Construction Estimator Company Name:
Continental Industries Salary Range:
$125,000–$150,000 per year, based on experience
Job Overview Continental Industries is seeking a visionary and self-motivated Senior Estimator to build our next-generation estimating department. As an anchor in our leadership team, you'll own the full project lifecycle from conceptual budgeting to real-time pricing support for live builds, while identifying opportunities to integrate new technology. This is a unique opportunity to step into a senior-level role with growth toward executive responsibility. As we reinvent what we want construction estimating to look like for the decade ahead, you’ll play a key role in selecting new systems and integrating new processes. If you're passionate about new tech, eager to lead innovation, and driven to deliver results, we want to hear from you.
Who We Are Continental Industries is a generational family-owned contractor specializing in both multi-family residential and commercial construction. We are an established company in transformation—backed by 36 years in the industry, a new $6M facility, and a bold 5-year growth plan focused on technology integration, system upgrades, and organizational restructuring. At our core is a culture of ownership, collaboration, and future-focused thinking. This is more than a job—it's a chance not only to help build the future of the construction industry, but to own your future.
Key Responsibilities
Estimate and price projects from design development (DD) budget to construction plan revisions.
Maintain a real-time bid timeline and ensure timely delivery of all pricing.
Execute project prequalification requirements.
Build detailed budgets, phases, and categories within management software.
Create and manage SOVs (Schedule of Values) and AIAs for each project.
Quantify cost impacts of RFIs, ASIs, CORs, field directives, and all other change orders.
Assist field teams in maintaining labor and material budgets.
Manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing.
Generate supplier stock layouts from project RCPs and oversee material orders.
Submit NOCs and NOFs in compliance with project requirements.
Provide technical insight during scope reviews and plan evaluations.
Lead selection and integration of preferred estimating software tools.
Recommend and implement construction management software.
Stay current on AI estimating developments and drive AI integration.
Coordinate with 3rd-party estimating services as needed; analyze and break down received estimates.
Mentor and develop junior estimators as the team expands.
Qualifications
5 years of construction estimating experience preferred (residential and/or commercial).
Strong ability to manage projects from concept through execution with minimal supervision.
Proven experience in budgeting, cost estimation, SOVs, AIAs, and plan change management.
Deep knowledge of construction processes, labor/material tracking, and cost control.
Tech-savvy with a strong interest in integrating new software and AI tools.
Exceptional organizational, time management, and communication skills.
Continued education or certifications are a plus.
No specific licenses required.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Retirement Savings Program
Weekly Pay Cycle
Profit-based incentives
Company Vehicle
Paid Training and Certifications
Personal Tool Program
Tech Package (smartphone or tablet)
Wellness Reimbursements & Free On-Site Fitness Center
Relocation Assistance
Annual Retreats, Sales Contests & Company Events
Charity Alignment Initiatives
Schedule Full-Time: Monday–Friday
6AM-3:30PM hours; attractive work-life balance built into company culture
Work Location Onsite at Continental Industries (Columbus, OH)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.
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Compensation $125,000.00 - $150,000.00/year
Position Title:
Senior Construction Estimator Company Name:
Continental Industries Salary Range:
$125,000–$150,000 per year, based on experience
Job Overview Continental Industries is seeking a visionary and self-motivated Senior Estimator to build our next-generation estimating department. As an anchor in our leadership team, you'll own the full project lifecycle from conceptual budgeting to real-time pricing support for live builds, while identifying opportunities to integrate new technology. This is a unique opportunity to step into a senior-level role with growth toward executive responsibility. As we reinvent what we want construction estimating to look like for the decade ahead, you’ll play a key role in selecting new systems and integrating new processes. If you're passionate about new tech, eager to lead innovation, and driven to deliver results, we want to hear from you.
Who We Are Continental Industries is a generational family-owned contractor specializing in both multi-family residential and commercial construction. We are an established company in transformation—backed by 36 years in the industry, a new $6M facility, and a bold 5-year growth plan focused on technology integration, system upgrades, and organizational restructuring. At our core is a culture of ownership, collaboration, and future-focused thinking. This is more than a job—it's a chance not only to help build the future of the construction industry, but to own your future.
Key Responsibilities
Estimate and price projects from design development (DD) budget to construction plan revisions.
Maintain a real-time bid timeline and ensure timely delivery of all pricing.
Execute project prequalification requirements.
Build detailed budgets, phases, and categories within management software.
Create and manage SOVs (Schedule of Values) and AIAs for each project.
Quantify cost impacts of RFIs, ASIs, CORs, field directives, and all other change orders.
Assist field teams in maintaining labor and material budgets.
Manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing.
Generate supplier stock layouts from project RCPs and oversee material orders.
Submit NOCs and NOFs in compliance with project requirements.
Provide technical insight during scope reviews and plan evaluations.
Lead selection and integration of preferred estimating software tools.
Recommend and implement construction management software.
Stay current on AI estimating developments and drive AI integration.
Coordinate with 3rd-party estimating services as needed; analyze and break down received estimates.
Mentor and develop junior estimators as the team expands.
Qualifications
5 years of construction estimating experience preferred (residential and/or commercial).
Strong ability to manage projects from concept through execution with minimal supervision.
Proven experience in budgeting, cost estimation, SOVs, AIAs, and plan change management.
Deep knowledge of construction processes, labor/material tracking, and cost control.
Tech-savvy with a strong interest in integrating new software and AI tools.
Exceptional organizational, time management, and communication skills.
Continued education or certifications are a plus.
No specific licenses required.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Retirement Savings Program
Weekly Pay Cycle
Profit-based incentives
Company Vehicle
Paid Training and Certifications
Personal Tool Program
Tech Package (smartphone or tablet)
Wellness Reimbursements & Free On-Site Fitness Center
Relocation Assistance
Annual Retreats, Sales Contests & Company Events
Charity Alignment Initiatives
Schedule Full-Time: Monday–Friday
6AM-3:30PM hours; attractive work-life balance built into company culture
Work Location Onsite at Continental Industries (Columbus, OH)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.
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