Senior Estimator

SENIOR ESTIMATOR – Shape the Work Before It’s Built More than a job. A chance to lead from the front.

At Cornerstone, we don’t just build commercial projects; we build careers, teams, and long-term success. Since 1993, we’ve grown as a 100% Alaskan-owned company by focusing on cooperation, accountability, and doing things the right way.

We’re looking for a Senior Estimator who wants more than producing numbers; someone who wants to lead complex pursuits, mentor developing estimators, influence project strategy, and help shape the future of preconstruction at Cornerstone.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems, and wants to play a meaningful role in both project success and team development.

You’ll serve as a senior leader within preconstruction; driving estimating strategy, supporting team development, and helping position projects for success before construction even begins.

• Lead estimate startup, progress, and final review meetings
• Prepare and oversee detailed and conceptual cost estimates for commercial construction projects
• Analyze plans, specifications, and project requirements to develop complete and competitive estimates
• Oversee quantity take-offs, trade scope development, and bid package coordination
• Drive value engineering and constructability analysis to improve project outcomes
• Develop and manage pre-bid schedules to ensure alignment across the estimating process

• Partner with clients, architects, engineers, and project teams during preconstruction
• Lead subcontractor outreach, bid strategy, and proposal review efforts
• Review and level subcontractor proposals to ensure complete project coverage and scope alignment
• Assist in evaluating procurement strategies and long-lead considerations
• Help identify project risks, cost impacts, and opportunities early in the process

• Mentor and support Estimators and developing team members
• Share historical cost knowledge, best practices, and estimating standards across the team
• Help improve estimating systems, workflows, and tracking processes
• Support a collaborative environment between estimating, operations, and field teams
• Contribute to a culture of accountability, growth, and continuous improvement

This is more than estimating; it’s an opportunity to influence projects, people, and process at a high level.

• 7+ years of commercial construction experience (field and/or office)
• Strong estimating experience in vertical commercial construction
• Advanced understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and cost structures
• Experience with takeoff software (E-Takeoff, OST, etc.)
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• AEP/CPE certification through ASPE
• Experience mentoring estimators or leading estimating efforts
• Experience with 3D/modeling and construction technology platforms

• Competitive salary. $95,000 - $125,000+, based on experience and leadership capability
• Performance-based bonus (up to 15%) tied to individual and company results

high performers are rewarded, leadership is recognized, and success is shared across the team.

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
• Plans backed by trusted national carriers
• Benefits designed to provide meaningful long-term value not just coverage on paper
• Wellness-focused support that encourages balance and sustainability

• Generous PTO that supports work-life balance and recovery
• Paid holidays plus a company-wide break from Christmas through New Year’s
• Paid volunteer time to support causes important to you
• A culture that values sustainable performance not burnout

• 401(k) with profit sharing of at least 3% or more, depending on company performance
• Performance-based incentives aligned with company success
• Opportunities for advancement and increased leadership responsibility
• Support for…