Commercial Construction Lead Estimator

Location: Albany, OR

Work Type: Full-Time | On-Site

We are a full-service commercial general contractor committed to delivering high-quality projects while providing an outstanding experience for clients and employees. Built on the values of respect, trust, and integrity, we serve both public and private sector clients across a wide range of commercial construction markets, managing projects from tenant improvements to large-scale landmark developments.

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Lead Estimator to lead the estimating department and oversee the complete bid process for commercial construction projects. This role is responsible for identifying bidding opportunities, managing estimating activities, cultivating relationships with owners and subcontractors, mentoring the estimating team, and preparing accurate, competitive project estimates. Project experience in hospitality, multi-family, and commercial construction is highly preferred.

• Identify new bidding opportunities and support ongoing business development efforts.

• Lead and manage the estimating team throughout the bid process.

• Train and mentor estimating department team members.

• Review construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope.

• Organize and lead initial and recurring bid review meetings.

• Oversee preparation of Invitations to Bid (ITBs) and approve bid documents.

• Direct subcontractor solicitation efforts through calls and email outreach.

• Track bidder participation and monitor bid coverage across all trade divisions.

• Review bid tracking reports, monitor estimating progress, and provide updates to leadership.

• Identify underperforming trade divisions and take proactive corrective action.

• Manage department email communications, subcontractor inquiries, RFIs, addenda, and bid documentation.

• Perform quantity takeoffs, estimate labor, materials, general conditions, self-performed work, and subcontractor scopes.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, overhead calculations, profit analysis, and project cost breakdowns.

• Review subcontractor and supplier proposals for completeness and compliance.

• Select qualified subcontractor bids while maintaining ethical estimating practices and company standards.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.

• Leadership and team management experience.

• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents.

• Strong commercial construction estimating and quantity takeoff experience.

• Ability to manage multiple bids and meet deadlines.

• Bachelor's degree in a Construction-related field.

• Minimum 5 years of commercial construction estimating experience.

• Experience leading bid processes and estimating teams.

• Authorized to work in the United States.

• Ability to pass a drug test and comply with company vehicle safety requirements.

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.