Construction Estimator Level 2
Listed on 2026-08-31
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Construction
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Procurement / Purchasing, Civil Engineering -
Engineering
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Procurement / Purchasing, Civil Engineering
Construction Estimator Level 2– Lead Preconstruction & Cost Estimating for Complex Federal Projects
Company:
Semper Tek Inc.
Salary/Pay Rate:
Starting at $140,000 per year, based on experience
Location:
Lexington, KY – Office-Based
Job/
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Salaried
Schedule:
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Some weekend work may be required)
Work Environment: 100% In-Office with Travel and Jobsite Visits as Needed – Remote work is not available
Project Scope:
Federal / State / Commercial Construction Projects
Mandatory Licenses &
Certifications:
Valid Driver's License
The Opportunity
Semper Tek Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator Level II / III to join our preconstruction team in Lexington, KY. This position will be responsible for developing accurate direct-cost estimates for single-discipline and multidiscipline construction projects while supporting projects from the initial bid phase through award and post-construction review.
The ideal candidate brings extensive construction estimating experience, a strong understanding of building systems and trade practices, and the ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs, evaluate subcontractor proposals, identify scope gaps, and develop competitive estimates.
This is a full-time, in-office position in Lexington. Remote work is not available.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Estimating & Bid Phase
- Receive, organize, and distribute design documents to internal team members, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Thoroughly review drawings, specifications, and other project documents to understand the complete scope of work.
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, cost analyses, estimates, and studies for assigned trades and building systems.
- Solicit subcontractor and vendor pricing and coordinate bid lists for budgets and competitive bids.
- Develop and maintain relationships with qualified subcontractors, vendors, and potential teaming partners.
- Prepare and submit Requests for Information (RFIs) to owner representatives when clarification is needed.
- Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and subcontractor walkthroughs.
- Evaluate existing site conditions and identify potential scope not clearly represented within the design documents.
- Prepare subcontractor bid proposal forms and bid recording sheets.
- Analyze subcontractor and vendor proposals for completeness, exclusions, exceptions, and overall scope coverage.
- Identify potential scope gaps and overlaps before finalizing estimates.
- Ensure estimates reflect accurate and current pricing information, subcontractor bids, and established budgets.
- Incorporate detailed General Conditions into project estimates.
- Provide pricing for value engineering, alternates, options, and special studies.
- Support preparation and assembly of Lump Sum, Time & Material (T&M), and Not-to-Exceed (NTE) bids.
- Assist with establishing self-performance budgets and direct project costs.
- Coordinate operational input throughout the estimating, bidding, and budget-development process.
- After Award
- Review project activities and durations for preconstruction schedules.
- Prepare vendor reviews and assessment reports.
- Support the transition of estimating information to project operations.
- Assist with estimating and pricing project change orders as needed.
- Post-Construction
- Participate in project postmortem reviews to compare estimated versus actual performance.
- Evaluate subcontractor and vendor performance.
- Recommend modifications to approved vendor lists based on project outcomes and performance.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent construction operations experience.
- Strong knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices.
- Ability to thoroughly interpret estimating documents and provide accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Experience performing detailed construction quantity takeoffs and developing cost estimates.
- Strong understanding of subcontractor and vendor bid evaluation.
- Ability to manage multiple estimates, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and…
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