Commercial Construction Estimator

Boot Recruit
Elgin, IL

Who we are: Phoenix Builders is a proud veteran owned construction company conveniently located

in Elgin, IL. We pride ourselves on being solution providers and delivering exceptional results. We

believe in building strong partnerships, with both our clients and vendors, while exceeding

expectations. At Phoenix we make it our mission to Rise Above the Ordinary!

Our culture: Phoenix believes a productive team can only thrive with a healthy work/life balance. Our

collaborative and dynamic approach provides a relaxed team environment that is nimble, stimulating

and open minded.

Qualifications: Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience estimating commercial

construction. The ideal candidates will have a proven background in construction, Bachelor’s Degree

in Construction Management, or equivalent industry experience.

Key Roles & Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing all aspects of the

estimating and pre-con process, including, but not limited to:

Review bid requirements and design plans to determine scope of work

Preconstruction exercises with client, design team, and potential project partners

Conduct pre-bid walkthroughs and coordinate RFI’s with design team

Develop budgetary and comprehensive cost estimate proposals using the proposal cost

worksheet

Evaluate and qualify bids from pre-qualified subcontractors, including detailed scope review

Assist with value engineering proposals to achieve client and/or Phoenix metrics

Collaborate with Operations and Accounting teams, prior to final contract award, to transition all

up to date project data and directives to ensure a smooth transition

Support Operations after project award, as required, to maintain controls on project detail

Senior Estimator - Active

Our Benefits:

Competitive Health/Dental/Vision

Life/Disability(Long/Short)/Legal

401K Plan & Company Match (50% up to 4%)

Flexible PTO and 10 Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Full in-house gym and wellness amenities

Sponsored Company Events

Software Requirements:

Microsoft 365 – Required

Microsoft Project – Required

Procore – Preferred

Sage – Preferred

HubSpot CRM – Preferred

Bluebeam - Preferred

Contact us today and be a part of our team! Please send your cover letter and resume to:

[email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • What are you looking for in base salary?

Experience:

  • commercial estimating: 10 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Posted 2026-04-30

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