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Retained Recruitment for Estimators

Estimators prepare the detailed cost estimates and bid packages that determine whether a construction organisation wins and profitably delivers projects. Found through dedicated retained search — not job boards.

Retained Only 21–40 Day Placement 90-Day Guarantee $85,000 – $145,000
Senior EstimatorChief EstimatorPreconstruction ManagerBid ManagerCost Estimator

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What Does a Estimator Do?

Performing quantity take-offs from construction documents, soliciting and levelling subcontractor bids, building detailed cost estimates, managing bid deadlines, participating in scope review and value engineering, and supporting preconstruction services for GMP or negotiated projects.

What We Screen For

5–12 years of estimating experience in the relevant vertical, strong take-off skills with experience in both hard bid and GMP delivery methods, and proficiency with estimating software (Sage Estimating, Bluebeam, or On-Screen Takeoff). Vertical-specific subcontractor relationships are a meaningful differentiator.

💡 Hiring Insight

The best estimators win work at margins that actually get built to — not the margins that win the bid and then erode through buyout. Ask specifically about their hit rate and their track record of buy-to-estimate accuracy.

Typical Compensation
$85,000 – $145,000
Senior and chief estimators with strong vertical subcontractor networks and GMP experience command the top of this range.
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Recruiting a Estimator — FAQ

Most Estimator searches are completed within 21–40 business days. We provide a realistic timeline at the start of every engagement and weekly progress updates throughout.
5–12 years of estimating experience in the relevant vertical, strong take-off skills with experience in both hard bid and GMP delivery methods, and proficiency with estimating software (Sage Estimating, Bluebeam, or On-Screen Takeoff). Vertical-specific subcontractor relationships are a meaningful differentiator.
The best estimators win work at margins that actually get built to — not the margins that win the bid and then erode through buyout. Ask specifically about their hit rate and their track record of buy-to-estimate accuracy. A retained search means one dedicated recruiter works exclusively on your role — passive outreach, credential screening, and a curated shortlist.
Every permanent retained placement includes a 90-day guarantee. If the placed professional departs or is released within 90 days for covered reasons, we conduct a full replacement search at no additional fee.
Compensation typically ranges from $85,000 – $145,000. Senior and chief estimators with strong vertical subcontractor networks and GMP experience command the top of this range. Every retained search includes real-time compensation benchmarking.
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