Full-Time
Senior Estimator
Excavation & Utilities
Posted on 5/13/2025
Keeley Construction
11-50 employees
General contractor delivering diverse construction projects
No salary listed
St. Louis, MO, USA
In Person
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- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field plus a minimum of five years of experience performing primary responsibilities listed above.
- Experience in self-perform civil construction is required, preference for excavation and utilities.
- Ability to build and maintain a positive working relationship with staff, vendors, and clients.
- Experience using HCSS, Bluebeam.
- All candidates agree to complete an assessment for selection and pre-employment drug screen.
- Lead cost estimates for mid-size projects, ensuring all scope components are accurately defined and priced.
- Review project plans, specifications, and contract documents to identify risks, opportunities, and key estimating factors.
- Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and verify scope coverage.
- Analyze historical cost data and market trends to enhance estimate accuracy.
- Develop and maintain cost databases for improved estimating efficiency.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in core estimating processes, such as earthwork takeoffs and sitework analysis.
- Help support the refinement of estimating software tools, such as Agtek, HeavyBid, or other estimating software.
- Help support the standardization of estimating methodologies within the team and provide process improvement recommendations.
- Assist in developing preconstruction strategies and budgeting exercises.
- Research and track potential bid opportunities in key market sectors, such as federal, municipal, and private developments.
- Support proposal writing by contributing technical details and pricing breakdowns.
- Participate in bid reviews, site visits, and meetings with field leadership to refine project understanding.
Keeley Construction operates as a construction partner in the Chicagoland area, serving a wide range of markets including office, commercial, industrial, warehouse, food service, education, and LEED projects. It provides construction services from start to finish, helping clients rebuild and improve assets while managing projects to meet budget and schedule goals. The team combines years of local experience with up-to-date methods and technologies, and treats the client relationship as a true partnership focused on delivering value. Keeley differentiates itself through a diverse, experienced staff across many sectors, a proven record of successful projects, and a commitment to performance that exceeds project requirements. Its goal is to deliver every project on time, within budget, and beyond client expectations.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Villa Park, Illinois
Founded
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Sean Keeley named President in October 2023, succeeding Bill Keeley with fresh vision.
- Rapid growth fueled by Jim Lee as EVP of Building and Industrial Groups.
- KeeleyWay strategic process drives 5-year visions and nationwide expansion.
What critics are saying
- Branding confusion diverts leads to larger Keeley Companies with 1,500 employees.
- Chicago industrial slowdown raises vacancies to 8.5%, eroding pipeline in 6-12 months.
- 41-employee size triggers labor shortages, delaying self-perform services in 12-18 months.
What makes Keeley Construction unique
- Keeley self-performs excavation, concrete, framing, and finish carpentry in multifamily projects.
- Keeley delivers Chicago's largest industrial lease project of 2024.
- Keeley completed Casey West Transmission Line in Eastern Illinois in June 2023.
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