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Chief Estimator

Posted on: Nov 02, 2026

KB Search Team, LLC
Fort Wayne, Indiana
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Full-time

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Job Title :

Chief Estimator

Job Type :

Full-Time

Job Location :

Fort Wayne Indiana United States

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Job Description

This job is posted on behalf of KB Search Team, LLC by Top Echelon.

Chief Estimator – Commercial Construction

Our client, design-build construction firm, is seeking their next Chief Estimator. This is a strong fit for an established Chief Estimator or a highly qualified Senior Estimator ready to grow into a department leadership role. A personalized development plan will be built around your needs, including hands-on training from the current Chief Estimator and leadership coaching from the Chief Talent Officer.

The Estimating Team prepares detailed estimates and proposals for negotiated and hard-bid projects ranging from $100K to $100MM, spanning industries such as higher education, restaurants, industrial, and nonprofit. Work includes conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document estimates. This role is ideal for a Senior Estimator who values client satisfaction over chasing the lowest bid — our client's estimators go beyond number-crunching to educate owners and help them get the most from their investment.

Chief Estimator - What You'll Do Interpret designs | Deliver accurate hard numbers | Educate owners

Provide servant leadership to the Estimating Department: communication, accountability, training, engagement, and results-driven problem solving
Allocate department resources and schedule the team for maximum efficiency
Interpret drawings, scopes of work, and self-perform specifications
Apply in-depth knowledge of CSI Divisions 0–33, with working knowledge of remaining divisions
Perform accurate digital quantity take-offs using appropriate software
Input and price projects using Timberline software
Use Procore for subcontractor solicitation, vendor contacts, and bid invitations
Build and maintain vendor relationships for current material pricing
Consult and build relationships with clients, architects, and subcontractors
Create project timelines in Microsoft Project for preconstruction, procurement, and construction schedules
Develop and maintain a preconstruction program strategy to stay on schedule and budget
Help maintain and improve estimating procedures
Prepare turnover books for the estimating-to-project-manager transition
Prepare detailed written Work Packages for design-build projects
Serve as a strategic planner and problem solver, integrating project components to minimize conflicts and discrepancies

Chief Estimator Profile:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related accredited program
10+ years of commercial construction experience
Leadership experience
5+ years of estimating software experience
5+ years of estimating experience
Strong writing, organizational, and computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word)
In-depth knowledge of plans and specifications across various construction project types

Chief Estimator Benefits:

Salary Range: $130,000 - $155.000
Medical benefits: 90% employee premiums covered, 40% for dependents
Paid vacation and wellness time
Traditional and Roth 401(k) with 100% match up to 4%, immediately vested
Structured Bonus Plan
Education reimbursement
Business expense and mileage reimbursement
Leadership and career growth opportunity

Position Details

Posted:

Nov 02, 2026

Reference Number:

e93c4f55

Employment:

Full-time

City:

Fort Wayne

Job Origin:

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Job Description

This job is posted on behalf of KB Search Team, LLC by Top Echelon.

Chief Estimator – Commercial Construction

Chief Estimator - What You'll Do Interpret designs | Deliver accurate hard numbers | Educate owners

Provide servant leadership to the Estimating Department: communication, accountability, training, engagement, and results-driven problem solving
Allocate department resources and schedule the team for maximum efficiency
Interpret drawings, scopes of work, and self-perform specifications
Apply in-depth knowledge of CSI Divisions 0–33, with working knowledge of remaining divisions
Perform accurate digital quantity take-offs using appropriate software
Input and price projects using Timberline software
Use Procore for subcontractor solicitation, vendor contacts, and bid invitations
Build and maintain vendor relationships for current material pricing
Consult and build relationships with clients, architects, and subcontractors
Create project timelines in Microsoft Project for preconstruction, procurement, and construction schedules
Develop and maintain a preconstruction program strategy to stay on schedule and budget
Help maintain and improve estimating procedures
Prepare turnover books for the estimating-to-project-manager transition
Prepare detailed written Work Packages for design-build projects
Serve as a strategic planner and problem solver, integrating project components to minimize conflicts and discrepancies

Chief Estimator Profile:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related accredited program
10+ years of commercial construction experience
Leadership experience
5+ years of estimating software experience
5+ years of estimating experience
Strong writing, organizational, and computer skills (MS Excel, MS Word)
In-depth knowledge of plans and specifications across various construction project types

Chief Estimator Benefits:

Salary Range: $130,000 - $155.000
Medical benefits: 90% employee premiums covered, 40% for dependents
Paid vacation and wellness time
Traditional and Roth 401(k) with 100% match up to 4%, immediately vested
Structured Bonus Plan
Education reimbursement
Business expense and mileage reimbursement
Leadership and career growth opportunity

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