Commercial Construction Estimator
B2 Constructors, LLC · Marietta, Georgia, United States · Posted Jul 7, 2026
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Description
Location: Marietta
Position Type: Full-time in Office
Position Summary:
The Estimator Manager leads and supports B2’s estimating team and processes. This role ensures accurate, competitive, and compliant bids by setting standards, coaching estimators, coordinating trade coverage, and owning QA/QC from solicitation through turnover. You’ll manage resources, schedules, and risk so the team can produce clear, defensible proposals, on time, every time.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership, and Management
Lead and manage the estimating team, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
Develop and implement an estimating procedure and best practices to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Coordinate with other departments to seamlessly transition from pre-construction to construction phases.
Conduct regular team meetings to review progress and bid strategies.
Estimating, and Bidding
Manage the preparation of detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
Review project plans, specifications, and other documents to develop comprehensive estimates.
Review plans for the most economical way to construct jobs, which provides competitiveness to all bids.
Bring an “outside of the box thinking” approach to bidding/constructing.
Analyze project requirements, identify potential cost-saving opportunities, and mitigate risks.
Manage the bid solicitation process, including pre-bid meetings, site visits, and bid submissions.
Review and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals to ensure accuracy and competitiveness.
Analyze subcontractor and supplier bids for accuracy and completeness.
Develop comprehensive bid packages and proposals.
Perform due diligence on subcontractor/vendor companies and their bids.
Level bids to ensure apples-to-apples comparison
Collaboration, and Communication
Work closely with estimators, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and clients to understand project scope, budget constraints, and scheduling requirements.
Provide detailed cost reports and presentations to senior management and clients
Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry professionals to ensure competitive pricing and high-quality work.
Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits for information gathering.
Collaborate with the business development team to identify new opportunities and markets.
Provide input on strategic planning to support company growth.
Report, and Project Documentation
Maintain detailed records of estimates, bids, and project costs for future reference and analysis.
Ensure all estimates comply with company standards, client requirements, and industry regulations.
Prepare and present detailed estimate reports to senior management.
Maintain accurate records of estimates, bids, and related documentation.
Provide regular updates on bid status and upcoming opportunities.
Cost Management, and Cost Control
Ensure timely preparation of estimates within budget constraints.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options.
Track and analyze project costs for continuous improvement.
Maintain high standards of accuracy and completeness in estimating activities.
Implement quality control procedures to minimize errors.
Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.