Senior Estimator
Company: Blue Ridge Executive Search
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Responsibilities Analyze and communicate project breakdowns
(room counts, functions, areas, etc.) in kick-off meetings Review
and interpret design documents, quantify scope, and prepare
accurate cost estimates Identify and mitigate project risks
Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor/vendor bids or budgets
Review scope of work and pricing provided by others when serving as
lead estimator Present project scope, costs, risks, and
opportunities to management for final review Participate in
client-facing proposal and budget presentations Transfer estimating
documentation to operations at project turnover meetings Support
buyout efforts with operations staff Complete required bid
paperwork (bid forms, bonding, etc.) Assist operations with change
order estimates and extended buyout needs Provide coaching,
training, and mentorship to junior estimators Visit project sites
as feasible to gain understanding of logistics, methods, and teams
Create initial General Conditions estimates when serving as lead
estimator Participate in internal training to master all areas of
preconstruction Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering,
Construction Management, or similar from an ABET-accredited school
5 years of experience in estimating, project management, or
construction Experience estimating projects in the building sector,
especially those valued over $50M Strong communication skills for
interacting with owners, subcontractors, and suppliers Experience
working collaboratively with estimating teams and during joint
ventures Familiarity with alternative delivery methods such as
design-build is a plus Knowledge of lodging and gaming facilities
terminology and layouts Proficiency in estimating tools such as
On-Center, Insite, and Timberline (or equivalents)
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