Job Description

Nino Development

is a trusted General Contractor and Development firm based in St. Louis, dedicated to building better communities through quality, integrity, and collaboration. With more than 25 years of experience, we've partnered with clients across the Midwest to deliver commercial, municipal, and mixed-use projects that make a lasting impact.

Our team takes pride in guiding every project from concept to completion, ensuring precision in planning, transparency in communication, and excellence in execution. We believe in empowering our people -- because when our team succeeds, our communities thrive.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced

Construction Cost Estimator

to join our growing

Preconstruction and Cost Management team

. This role is ideal for someone with strong conceptual estimating skills and a deep understanding of cost analysis, project feasibility, and early-stage budgeting.

You'll work closely with project managers, owners, and design teams to shape realistic budgets and ensure financial alignment from preconstruction through delivery. This is a key position that directly contributes to the success of impactful projects across St. Louis and the Midwest.

Company & Project Highlights

Diverse portfolio across

commercial, municipal, educational, healthcare, and civic

sectors Long-term partnerships with

developers, public entities, and institutions

Focus on

early planning, accurate cost forecasting, and sustainable project outcomes

Collaborative, people-first culture centered on

teamwork, trust, and growth

Projects located throughout

Greater St. Louis and the Midwest region

Key Responsibilities

Develop

conceptual, schematic, and detailed cost estimates

for commercial and public sector projects Prepare and maintain

accurate budgets, cost models, and value-engineering analyses

Collaborate with

owners, architects, and engineers

throughout design development Review and evaluate

contractor proposals

, bid analyses, and cost validations Interpret

drawings, specifications, and market trends

to ensure realistic pricing Provide

cost guidance and feasibility insights

during early design phases Support

project funding, phasing, and schedule alignment

Mentor junior estimators and promote a collaborative preconstruction culture

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in

Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture

, or related field

5+ years of experience

in estimating or preconstruction within commercial construction Proven ability to develop

conceptual and detailed cost estimates

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Proficiency in

estimating software, Excel, and market cost databases

Experience working directly with

owners, architects, and contractors

A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and accountability

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nino Development is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your Right to Work

- In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location: In person