Senior Construction Estimator / Lead Estimator
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Project Management /
Full-time /
On-site
We are excited that you are thinking about taking the next steps of your career at Wolverine Building Group and joining us to positively impact people and communities. Wolverine Building Group is recognized nationally as a leader in the construction industry. We specialize in industrial, multi-unit residential, healthcare, office, retail, and restaurant construction. We're proud to be nationally recognized as one of the "Best and Brightest Companies to Work For."
As a Senior Estimator, you’ll lead preconstruction efforts on diverse commercial projects, ensuring every bid is accurate, strategic, and aligned with client goals. You’ll collaborate with clients, designers, and internal teams to create cost analyses, evaluate constructability, and guide projects from concept through preconstruction. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will directly influence Wolverine’s success and growth.
What You'll Do
- Lead the preconstruction phase by preparing detailed cost estimates, analyses, and value-engineering options.
- Partner with clients and design teams to align budgets, schedules, and project priorities.
- Develop preconstruction schedules, site logistics, and scopes of work.
- Manage subcontractor outreach, bid solicitation, and trade partner relationships.
- Provide constructability insights, risk assessments, and innovative solutions that drive project success.
What You Bring
- 10+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating.
- Strong plan reading skills and proficiency with digital estimating tools.
- Knowledge of construction principles, trades, and sequencing.
- Experience collaborating with clients, designers, and project teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering preferred (industry experience considered in lieu of degree).
Join our collaborative work environment with opportunities for advancement, competitive wages, and great benefits including:
~Company paid health insurance with Health Savings Account match
~Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
~401(k) retirement plan with 50% employer match
~Company holidays, parental leave, and paid time off
~Profit-sharing and performance-based bonuses
~Personal growth opportunities through training, education, and community involvement
~Tuition Reimbursement
Wolverine Building Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
