Category: Construction
Location: Ames, Iowa
Work Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $100,000 - $125,000
Salary: $100,000 - $125,000
Work Model: On-site
Reference #: 40356
With over 60 years of proven success in the commercial construction industry, our client continues to build more than just structures—they build lasting relationships and thriving communities. As they expand into new markets and take on bigger, more complex commercial projects, they’re looking for an experienced Senior Estimator – Commercial Construction to help lead the charge and build a team. This is your chance to join a legacy of excellence and be part of a team that values family, integrity, collaboration, and forward-thinking commercial construction development. If you match the description below, please apply today!
Work model:
- On-Site
What you will do:
- Manage project documentation, ensuring accurate review and tracking of subcontracts, purchase orders, and payable statements
- Coordinate project changes through RFIs, submittals, ASIs, change orders, and timely stakeholder communication
- Monitor financial reporting, oversee buyout progress, and provide monthly updates to maintain budget accuracy
- Ensure profit objectives by keeping projects on schedule and within budget while optimizing efficiency
- Lead estimation efforts, delivering precise and competitive project cost projections.
- Support field operations, assisting Superintendents in enforcing safety standards and communicating critical project updates
- Streamline material procurement, tracking deliveries, and expediting processes to maintain workflow
- Build strong owner relationships, balancing project objectives with client expectations on scheduling, quality, and budget adherence
What you will need to be successful:
- Strong background in construction management, with experience overseeing large-scale projects
- Expertise in project documentation, financial reporting, and construction estimation
- Ability to guide teams, support field operations, and foster strong client relationships
- Clear and professional verbal and written communication to coordinate with stakeholders effectively
- Strategic thinking to navigate project challenges, optimize efficiency, and ensure profit objectives
- Strong organizational skills to manage schedules, budgets, and material procurement seamlessly
Benefits overview:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k
- PTO
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Eric Peterson at (515) 225-7000 or email Eric at epeterson@thepalmergroup.com.
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About Palmer Group
At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.
As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.
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