Senior Estimator

Overview

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MAVCO Building Group is a privately held, growing network of companies operating nationwide, delivering expert drywall and painting services for multifamily, commercial, and residential projects.

With more than 100 years of combined experience and thousands of successful projects, MAVCO has become an industry benchmark—known for our forward-thinking approach, commitment to quality, and ability to deliver proactive solutions before clients even ask. We don t just complete projects—we help our clients succeed.

From the general contractors we partner with to the teams on our job sites, in estimating, preconstruction, safety, and back-office support, it s the people of MAVCO Building Group who truly set us apart.

MAVCO Building Group is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our growing team in Phoenix, Arizona.

This is a full-time, hybrid position responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial drywall & paint projects. The Senior Estimator will perform quantity takeoffs, develop budgets, solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier pricing, prepare proposals, and work closely with operations to ensure a seamless transition from preconstruction to project execution.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional with strong technical estimating skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and a collaborative mindset. This individual will play a key role in helping secure profitable work while supporting continuous improvement throughout the estimating process.

• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and comprehensive cost estimates for drywall and related scopes of work.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents to identify project requirements and potential risks.
• Develop budgets, pricing strategies, and value engineering recommendations.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate pricing from subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Prepare professional bid proposals and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with project management and operations teams during project turnover.
• Assist with mentoring and supporting junior estimators as needed.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and bid documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, general contractors, suppliers, and trade partners.
• Manage multiple bids and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

• Minimum of 5–7 years of estimating experience in commercial construction.
• Experience estimating drywall & paint projects is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, labor production rates, and estimating principles.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, contracts, and construction documents.
• Proven ability to prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and accurate cost estimates.
• Strong budgeting, cost analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience preparing proposals and bid packages.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Proficiency with construction estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience will also be considered.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.