Job Description Job Description The Senior Estimator is responsible for developing accurate, compliant cost estimates by analyzing drawings, specifications, and bid documents while managing subcontractor coordination, RFIs, schedules, and bid deadlines. This role leads estimating efforts on assigned pursuits, secures full subcontractor coverage, manages bid-day execution and leveling, and ensures complete document control. The Senior Estimator also supports departmental standards, builds strong trade partner relationships, and mentors estimators, coordinators, and interns to support overall estimating performance. Job Functions Review and analyze all project documentation, including drawings, specifications, reports, addenda, and site requirements, to fully understand project scope. Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work using estimating software and historical data. Create detailed trade scopes, manage subcontractor solicitation, outreach, follow-up, and ensure full bid coverage. Obtain, level, analyze, and clarify subcontractor and vendor pricing; identify scope gaps and risks. Maintain RFIs, bid logs, addenda tracking, bid calendars, and organized, auditable estimate files. Collaborate with architects, engineers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure accurate documentation and scope alignment. Prepare estimate narratives, bid tabs, qualifications, assumptions, and proposal documentation for review and submission. Support CMAR and negotiated work through progressive, package-based estimating and cost updates by design phase. Identify risks, logistics impacts, and value engineering opportunities to optimize cost without compromising quality or standards. Maintain estimating systems, cost databases, subcontractor records, and comply with company procedures and internal controls. Skills/Knowledge Advanced estimating expertise in interpreting drawings and specifications, performing detailed quantity takeoffs, developing accurate cost estimates, and assessing risk, contingencies, and value engineering opportunities. Strong subcontractor and vendor management skills, including solicitation, bid leveling, scope clarification, market analysis, and maintaining strategic trade partner relationships. Leadership, organization, and communication strengths to manage multiple pursuits, mentor junior staff, collaborate with project teams, and deliver clear, defensible estimates under tight deadlines. Qualifications and Experience 7 years estimating experience with demonstrated delivery of $3MM-$35MM pursuits (or comparable). Strong takeoff and Excel skills; disciplined document control and bid-day execution. Ability to scope, level, and negotiate trade coverage to close gaps and mitigate risk. Experience with public bid forms and compliance requirements preferred. Building Connected platform proficiency preferred Building Connected platform proficiency preferred Compass platform proficiency preferred Monday platform proficiency preferred ProEst platform proficiency preferred P6 or Project platform proficiency preferred BIM platform proficiency preferred Company Description Florida Lemark Corporation, founded in 1987, is a family-owned and operated business with a successful track record in South Florida spanning over 30 years. Starting with fewer than 10 employees, we have grown into a specialized corporation in commercial construction, now boasting a workforce of over 200 professionals. Our success in delivering high-quality construction services can be attributed to the stability and continued dedication of our qualified personnel. While our primary focus is commercial construction, we also offer a diverse range of services, including the restoration of existing structures, historic buildings and new construction projects. Since our inception, we have successfully completed over a thousand projects in the South Florida region. Company Description Florida Lemark Corporation, founded in 1987, is a family-owned and operated business with a successful\r\ntrack record in South Florida spanning over 30 years. Starting with fewer than 10 employees, we have\r\ngrown into a specialized corporation in commercial construction, now boasting a workforce of over 200\r\nprofessionals. Our success in delivering high-quality construction services can be attributed to the\r\nstability and continued dedication of our qualified personnel.\r\n\r\nWhile our primary focus is commercial construction, we also offer a diverse range of services, including\r\nthe restoration of existing structures, historic buildings and new construction projects. Since our\r\ninception, we have successfully completed over a thousand projects in the South Florida region.