Senior Estimator – Construction

Cumming Group

Senior Estimator managing construction cost estimates for pharma projects. Collaborating with clients and contractors while delivering detailed cost analyses.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeIndianapolis • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $104,600 - $139,466 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction cost estimation and project management, with a strong focus on developing client relationships and providing value engineering services. Proficient in utilizing estimating software and advanced Excel skills to deliver accurate project cost analyses.

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Construction Cost EstimationValue Engineering ServicesClient Relationship ManagementEstimating Software ProficiencyLarge Scale Project Estimation

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Hard Skills

Construction Cost EstimationProject Cost ManagementChange Order ReconciliationWork Breakdown Structure DevelopmentBid Analysis

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

ExcelOn-Screen TakeoffSuccess Estimating SoftwareWindowsWordPowerPointPublisherOutlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Construction ManagementBachelor's Degree in EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Quantity SurveyingBachelor's Degree in Architecture

Industry Keywords

Pharma ConstructionLife Sciences Construction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare accurate and detailed construction cost and project cost estimates from conceptual design through final construction document level design.
Research prices on material and labor using published documents, local conditions, market studies, etc.
Partner with management team in developing new customers and growing existing customer base.
Develop and nurture subcontractor/vendor and client relationships.
Provide value engineering services, set up work breakdown structure, and prepare task orders.
Review, estimate, and reconcile change orders, often with Contractors or a peer review Estimator.
Prepare detailed bid analysis and review.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/Engineering, Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Architecture is highly preferred.
7+ years' of estimating/cost management experience.
Experience estimating on large scale projects.
Advanced skill level in Excel and intermediate knowledge of Windows, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
Knowledge of On-Screen Takeoff and/or Success Estimating Software is a plus.
Experience in pharma/life sciences construction is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Short and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program