<p>We are excited that you are thinking about taking the next steps of your career at Wolverine Building Group and joining us to positively impact people and communities. Wolverine Building Group is recognized nationally as a leader in the construction industry. We specialize in industrial, multi-unit residential, healthcare, office, retail, and restaurant construction. We're proud to be nationally recognized as one of the "Best and Brightest Companies to Work For."</p> <p>Wolverine Building Group is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Estimator to join our team. This role is key in preparing accurate bids, cost analyses, and supporting preconstruction efforts on a wide range of commercial projects.</p> <p>Essential Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Leads the preconstruction phase, aligning expectations and resources with the project management team. </li><li>Collaborates with clients to understand project vision, requirements, and priorities. </li><li>Develops preconstruction schedules, site logistics plans, and project-specific scopes of work. </li><li>Guides the team, clients, and designers through entitlement and permitting processes. </li><li>Evaluates constructability, identifies risks, and recommends value engineering opportunities. </li><li>Prepares and updates cost estimates at key milestones, leveraging historical data and market insights. </li><li>Manages subcontractor outreach, bid solicitation, and relationship-building to ensure strong coverage. </li><li>Maintains positive relationships with clients, consultants, trade partners, municipal agencies, and community stakeholders. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree specializing in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field preferred. </li><li>High School diploma or GED equivalent required, with necessary industry experience. </li><li>Minimum ten (10) years of experience in the Commercial Construction Industry in an estimating position. </li></ul> <p>Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel functions, and uses internet research tools effectively. </li><li>Is proficient with project management software and applies working knowledge of project management principles and strategies. </li><li>Applies strong knowledge of construction principles and trade requirements, with superior plan reading skills. </li><li>Uses on-screen digital estimating tools to complete accurate, detailed take-offs efficiently. </li><li>Conceptualizes work sequencing and site logistics from project plans and identifies critical paths when needed. </li><li>Communicates clearly and tactfully in both oral and written form, and builds positive relationships with diverse stakeholders. </li><li>Maintains an approachable, empathetic, and results-driven interpersonal style. </li></ul> <p>Join our collaborative work environment with opportunities for advancement, competitive wages, and great benefits including:</p> <p>~Company paid health insurance with Health Savings Account match</p> <p>~Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance</p> <p>~401(k) retirement plan with 50% employer match</p> <p>~Company holidays, parental leave, and paid time off</p> <p>~Profit-sharing and performance-based bonuses</p> <p>~Personal growth opportunities through training, education, and community involvement</p> <p>~Tuition Reimbursement</p> <p>Wolverine Building Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.</p>