Kimmel & Associates

Estimator-Commercial/Retail Construction

Kimmel & Associates  •  Atlanta, GA (Onsite)  •  10 hours ago
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Job Description

About the Company

Our client is an established commercial general contractor based in Atlanta with a strong reputation for customer service, teamwork, quality execution, and an entrepreneurial culture

The company specializes in construction throughout the restaurant, fast-food, retail, and banking sectors, with projects typically ranging from $3 million to $6 million A strong commitment to client relationships and repeat business has helped establish the company as a trusted commercial construction partner throughout the Greater Atlanta market.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator who wants to join a collaborative organization where estimating plays a direct role in the company's continued growth and success.

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates for commercial construction projects. The Estimator will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to develop detailed bids and help secure new business.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on estimating experience with fast-food restaurants, retail, commercial, banking, or similar construction, along with the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed estimates and competitive bids for fast-food restaurant, retail, and commercial construction projects
  • Review plans, specifications, scopes of work, and project requirements.
  • Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and develop project budgets.
  • Solicit, analyze, and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
  • Prepare comprehensive bid proposals and supporting documentation.
  • Manage multiple estimates simultaneously while meeting critical bid deadlines.

Requirements

  • 3–10 years of construction estimating experience strongly preferred.
  • Previous estimating experience in restaurant, fast-food, retail, commercial, or similar construction
  • Experience estimating projects in the $3M–$6M range
  • Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, materials, scopes of work, and subcontractor pricing.
  • Proven ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop accurate project costs.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Stable career history and demonstrated interest in long-term professional growth.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred but not required
  • Must be based in or willing to work in Atlanta, GA

Benefits

  • $85,000–$125,000 base salary
  • Lucrative guaranteed bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on ground-up commercial projects throughout the Greater Atlanta market
  • Strong pipeline of restaurant, retail, banking, and commercial projects
  • Entrepreneurial, team-oriented company culture
  • Long-term career growth opportunities
  • Opportunity to directly contribute to company growth and project profitability
Kimmel & Associates

About Kimmel & Associates

Kimmel & Associates is North America’s largest executive search firm specializing in these industries:

Construction

Renewable & Sustainable Infrastructure

Waste & Recycling

Supply Chain

We partner with companies to identify, attract, and secure high-impact leadership talent through a targeted recruiting process across specialized sectors.

Our consultants bring deep expertise within specific industry verticals and geographic regions, combining local market insight with the national reach of top-tier talent.

Through our proven Career-Directed Approach™, we uncover what motivates candidates and what drives client success. The result is long-term alignment, not just short-term placement.

For over 45 years, we have built our reputation on trust, consistency, and results. We call it the Kimmel Standard, a commitment to delivering exceptional service and lasting partnerships.

Executive search isn’t just our profession — it’s our responsibility.

Industries We Serve

Concrete

Curtain Wall, Glazing & Cladding

Disaster Restoration

Drywall

Electrical Contracting

General Construction

Heavy Civil

Heavy Equipment

Industrial

Mechanical Contracting

Mining

Owners / Developers

Renewable & Sustainable Infrastructure

Residential

Roofing

Steel

Supply Chain

Waste & Recycling

Positions We Fill

C-Suite & Executive Leadership

CEO, COO, CFO, CIO, President, Owner

Senior Leadership

EVP, SVP, Regional VP, VP, General Manager

Commercial Leadership

VP Sales, Business Development, Marketing, Client Development

Operations & Project Leadership

Operations Executive, VP Operations, Director of Operations, Project Executive, Operations Manager, Area Manager

Preconstruction & Estimating Leadership

VP Preconstruction, Director of Preconstruction, Chief Estimator, Estimating Manager

Engineering & Technical Leadership

Director of Engineering, Engineering Manager, Design Manager, Technical Services

Safety, Risk & Compliance

VP Safety, Director of Safety, EHS

Contact:

kimmel@kimmel.com

828.251.9900

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Asheville, NC
Year Founded
1981
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