Lead Estimator - Commercial Construction

LEAD ESTIMATOR - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION IN CEDAR RAPIDS

Date Posted:

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 ? Job Snapshot

Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Iowa , Cedar Rapids Job Description Because of their continued growth, a General Contractor in your area is seeking a Commercial Construction Lead Estimator to join their team. As a building industry leader, this company hires the best and provides them with outstanding opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive, team-orientated environment. The Lead Estimator is responsible for providing leadership and management to assigned projects safely, profitable, and timely. The Estimator manages the bids consistently with standards of quality and integrity and will participate in the marketing, estimating, bidding, and contract negotiation phases of the projects assigned.

Lead Estimator Role:

• Will be responsible for working on several potential projects valued between $10-250m.
• Provides leadership, guidance, and expertise by defining, implementing, and monitoring department estimating resources, guidelines, best practices, and procedures.
• Coordinates with a team and senior management to grow the business in line with the firm's strategic direction.
• Responsible for the completeness and accuracy of submissions.
• Establishes team assignments and identifies estimating review dates.
• Oversees and supports several projects from an operational, financial, and resource standpoint.

Lead Estimator Requirements:

• Degree educated in the commercial construction industry or discipline is highly preferred.
• Experienced in negotiation bids on new build projects.
• Strong portfolio of previous work in the relevant sectors.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of different construction methods, planning, scheduling, and sequencing.

To apply for the Lead Estimator role contact me directly at linnae.itterman@gogpac.com

OR 605.789.2069

for a confidential conversation. All inquiries are kept 100% confidential. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.