Senior Level Estimator Jobs

Senior level estimator jobs place experienced professionals in charge of bid strategy, cost modeling, and the project teams or workflows that depend on accurate estimates. Openings are concentrated in Construction & Real Estate, Staffing & Recruiting, and Consulting & Professional Services, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid positions available, and employers like Jobot, Connico, and Fluor hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles48
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerJobot
Top cityCeres, CA
Work type78% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Rogers
Senior Estimator
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Rogers
New 11h ago
Senior Estimator
Rogers
Alpharetta, Georgia
Construction Management
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Rogers
Senior Estimator
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Rogers
New 11h ago
Senior Estimator
Rogers
Atlanta, Georgia
Electrical Engineering
Construction Management
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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DPR Construction
Sr Estimator
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DPR Construction
Added 1d ago
Sr Estimator
DPR Construction
Seattle, Washington
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$150k - $210k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Chief Estimator
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Amazon.com
Added 1d ago
Chief Estimator
Amazon.com
Seattle, Washington
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Project Management
$153k - $255k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Hatch
Lead Estimator - Ports
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Hatch
Added 3d ago
Lead Estimator - Ports
Hatch
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
10,000+

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Senior Level Estimator Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Jobot
    Jobot10
  • Connico
    Connico6
  • Fluor
    Fluor4
  • Granite Construction
    Granite Construction3
  • Hatch
    Hatch2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate24
  • Staffing & Recruiting11
  • Consulting & Professional Services7
  • Technology & Software3
  • Chemicals & Materials2

Senior Level Estimator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level estimator job?

Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have owned complex estimates end to end, not just supported them. Demonstrating that you've led bid reviews, mentored junior estimators, and made defensible cost decisions under pressure gives you a clear edge. Tailoring your application to show project scale, dollar volume, and outcomes, rather than tasks completed, is what separates competitive candidates at this stage.

Which companies hire senior level estimators?

Companies hiring senior level estimators right now include Jobot, Connico, and Fluor, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from general contractors, specialty subcontractors, engineering and construction management firms, and large capital project owners who need estimators capable of leading preconstruction decisions independently.

Are there remote senior level estimator jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by sector. About 22% of senior level estimator openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remote share highest in software, technology, and consulting environments where estimating work centers on data and documentation rather than site visits. Construction and infrastructure roles tend to require more on-site presence.

What makes an estimator role senior level?

Senior level estimator roles are defined by ownership and scope. You're not contributing to estimates, you're producing and defending them with full accountability for accuracy and risk. Senior roles typically involve leading the estimating process on major bids, setting methodology and standards for the team, mentoring less experienced estimators, and engaging directly with clients, subcontractors, or internal stakeholders on cost strategy.

Which industries hire the most senior level estimators?

Senior level estimator roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Staffing & Recruiting, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive demand because they run large, complex projects where estimating errors carry significant financial and operational consequences, creating consistent need for experienced professionals who can own the process from concept through award.