Senior Estimator

Ardith Rademacher & Associates is a management recruiting firm specializing in the construction industry. Our direct construction industry experience enables us to provide a unique perspective and approach to difficult staffing and career advancement issues within the construction industry.

We know the construction industry. We have conducted successful recruiting assignments in a wide variety of construction and engineering job categories both locally and nationwide.

About the Opportunity

A well-established, locally respected general contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team in the Kansas City market.

This is a key hire tied to long-term growth and succession planning within the estimating department.

The company is specifically looking for a true “numbers” estimator — someone who:

Thrives in competitive bid environments
Understands how to win work
Is confident owning hard-bid and select-bid pursuits
Wants to play a long-term role in shaping and leading the estimating function
Looking for a clear path to step into a larger role over time.

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead bid pursuits from start to finish
Prepare detailed, competitive estimates
Analyze drawings, specifications, and bid documents
Solicit and level subcontractor pricing
Develop bid strategies and identify risk/opportunity
Partner with operations and leadership during pursuits
Play a direct role in winning work

What They’re Looking For

8+ years of estimating experience with a general contractor
Strong background in commercial, warehouse, or industrial construction
Ability to independently manage estimates
Strong attention to detail and ownership of numbers
Competitive mindset with a high level of accountability

Project Types

Commercial
Warehouse / distribution
Industrial
Civic / community-focused work

Why This Role

Clear path toward future leadership within estimating
Stable, well-established contractor
Repeat clients
Balanced mix of negotiated and competitive work
Collaborative team with strong visibility