Senior Cost Estimator

Job Title: Senior Construction Estimator

Location: Lahore

Industry: U.S. Construction and Cost Consulting

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: Rs. 125,000 - 155,000

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Construction Estimator to join our growing cost consulting and estimating team. This role is designed for a professional with a minimum of five years of hands-on experience delivering accurate, contractor-ready estimates for U.S.-based construction projects. The ideal candidate has strong command over quantity takeoffs, pricing, U.S. construction methodologies, and industry standards, and can independently handle projects from schematic design through issued-for-construction drawings.

You will play a critical role in supporting general contractors, subcontractors, and developers by producing detailed, reliable, and competitive cost estimates that directly influence bidding success and project profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed construction cost estimates and quantity takeoffs for U.S.-based commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects
• Analyze architectural, structural, MEP, and civil drawings and specifications to identify scope, quantities, and cost drivers
• Develop trade-level estimates aligned with CSI MasterFormat divisions
• Perform material takeoffs, labor calculations, equipment costs, subcontractor pricing, and indirect cost analysis
• Apply current U.S. market unit rates, labor productivity standards, and regional pricing variations
• Identify scope gaps, inconsistencies, and risk items within drawing sets and specifications
• Prepare bid-level summaries, value engineering options, alternates, and clarifications
• Coordinate internally to meet strict turnaround times without compromising accuracy
• Maintain organized estimate backups, takeoff files, and cost databases
• Review revisions and addenda and update estimates accordingly
• Support senior management with benchmarking, historical cost analysis, and pricing strategy

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in U.S.-based construction estimating
• Proven expertise in quantity takeoffs and full-scope cost estimates
• Strong working knowledge of CSI divisions and U.S. construction terminology
• Solid understanding of U.S. building practices, materials, and labor methods
• Familiarity with U.S. building codes and regulatory requirements at a working level
• Ability to independently interpret complex construction documents and specifications
• Experience working with general contractors or cost consulting firms serving the U.S. market
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of numerical accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously under deadline pressure

Software Proficiency Required

• PlanSwift, Bluebeam Revu, or equivalent takeoff software
• Microsoft Excel at an advanced level for cost modeling and summaries
• Estimating platforms such as RSMeans, CostX, ProEst, or similar tools
• PDF and drawing management tools used in professional estimating workflows

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with design-build and negotiated projects
• Exposure to commercial interiors, retail, healthcare, hospitality, or multifamily projects in the U.S.
• Ability to provide value engineering and cost-saving recommendations
• Prior experience working with U.S.-based contractors or developers in a remote capacity

What We Offer

• Long-term opportunity with consistent U.S.-based project exposure
• Performance-driven environment with high professional standards
• Opportunity to work on real bid-critical projects that directly impact contractor success
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and output quality
• Collaborative and growth-oriented team culture

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply with a detailed resume highlighting U.S. estimating experience, project types handled, and software proficiency. Only applicants with demonstrable experience in U.S. construction estimating and quantity takeoffs will be considered.