Senior Engineering Estimator

MAC Construction is a multi-generational family business with over 50 years of excellence in commercial construction. Now led by the 3rd generation of McEnery family members, brothers Steve and Matt, we continue the legacy of our founders by building enduring projects and partnerships with clients.Our diverse portfolio includes multi-unit retail, restaurants, offices, and industrial facilities across the region. With each project, MAC aims for exceptional results and a positive legacy impact for clients, engaged team members, and the neighboring community.Customer Focus, Respect for People, Excellence in Execution, Safety, and Team Collaboration.Customer Focus:We consistently deliver exceptional service by educating, collaborating, and engaging with our clients. Our goal is to make a positive impact beyond the construction site, building lasting relationships based on trust, integrity, and timeliness.Excellence in Execution:We strive for excellence in every project we undertake by committing ourselves to completing every project on time. We pay attention to detail, uphold high standards, and continuously seek improvement to ensure the highest quality outcomes.Safety:We maintain safety in every aspect of our work, from conference rooms to construction sites. We strive to set expectations and clear goals from day one, so our team can feel empowered to take ownership over their projects and their careers. It's important to MAC Construction that our team feels supported and is always looking for what they can bring to a project, not what they take away from it.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A MAC SENIOR ESTIMATORLead and manage the preparation of detailed cost estimates for projects from conceptual through final bid documents.Review and validate all estimates prior to submission, ensuring that pricing aligns with project drawings, vendor proposals, and company standards.Identify and communicate value engineering opportunities to improve cost efficiency without sacrificing quality.Manage the full bid process from RFP intake through submission, including document control, trade solicitation, bid coverage, and leveling.Develop project-specific scope sheets and bid forms, confirming all trades have complete and current information.Lead bid-day analysis and ensure that all proposals reflect a complete and accurate scope.Assemble and deliver professional, client-ready proposal packages that communicate clarity, confidence, and alignment with project requirements.Collaborate with design teams, project managers, and field leadership to identify constructability issues, schedule implications, and risk areas.Partner with operations on handoff deliverables, ensuring all bid assumptions, vendor selections, and clarifications are documented and accessible in Procore.Participate in project handoff meetings and support field teams in understanding estimate logic and scope breakdowns.Vendor and Subcontractor RelationsBuild and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and reliable coverage.Lead pre-bid scope review calls and ensure alignment on inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions.Review and level all subcontractor bids, tracking historical data for future reference.Maintain MAC's preferred vendor database and ensure consistent communication with trade partners.Process Improvement & Data ManagementMaintain historical cost data and use it to inform conceptual and schematic budgets.Assist in establishing performance metrics for estimating accuracy, proposal timeliness, and bid hit rate.Leverage technology (Procore, ProEst, Bluebeam, Excel, Smartsheet) to streamline estimating workflows.ESSENTIAL SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND REQUIREMENTS OF A MAC SENIOR ESTIMATORDeep understanding of construction means, methods, and cost structures across commercial building types.Proficiency in Procore, ProEst (or equivalent estimating software), Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.Familiarity with data center, industrial, or MEP-intensive project estimating preferred.Ability to lead meetings with clients, architects, and subcontractors confidently and professionally.Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.Minimum 8–12 years of progressive estimating experience with a commercial general contractor.This role is eligible for project bonuses as well as an annual incentive plan.Individual Healthcare and Dental coverage (80/20 split for employee, 50/50 split for dependents)~Paid Days off - starting at 3 weeks and 6 federal holidays~ Company-issued smartphone or phone allowance~ Company gas card~ Group Term Life Insurance~ Long-Term Disability Insurance~ Tuition reimbursement~ MAC Construction is an equal opportunity employer and motivated to consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.