Chief Estimator

Chief Estimator

Job Category : Estimation

Location : Shawnee, KS 66214, USA

Description

Responsibilities :

• Lead estimating strategy with a focus on market expansion and margin optimization to support company growth from $50M to $100M.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with clients, general contractors, design partners, and trade allies.
• Mentor, inspire, and demand excellence from the team while fostering integrity, empathy, and accountability.
• Champion innovation through new tools, data-driven insights, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on high-value project pursuits and strategic growth initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and training to develop a robust, multi-faceted estimating team.
• Represent Temp-Con at industry events, trade shows, and peer groups to expand visibility and influence.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and competitive estimates with consistent bid-hit ratios that support growth targets.

Leadership & Growth Focus :

The Chief Estimator will serve as both a strategic leader and culture-builder, setting the tone for integrity, collaboration, and excellence. This role requires someone with the courage to demand high standards, the empathy to build loyalty and trust, and the vision to scale a high-growth company. Success will be measured not only by accurate estimates and hit ratios, but also by the team's ability to attract new opportunities, develop stronger partnerships, and consistently win major projects that fuel Temp-Con's long-term expansion.

Minimum Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Work Environment / Expectations :

This role is primarily office-based, with some travel required as business needs dictate. The Chief Estimator must be a visible leader, mentor, and collaborator across departments, committed to building a culture of excellence while driving long-term growth.