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10 construction estimating experts
These ten chief estimators, directors of estimating and other estimating leaders have run estimating work at construction companies. A reader can learn from them how contractors build cost estimates and bids and how estimating teams are run.
Professionals to explore
01—10Adam Grunley
LinkedInExperience: Director of Estimating · Grunley Construction Company, Inc.
Director of Estimating at Grunley Construction Company, Inc. since 2014, with Chief Estimator (2009–2014) and Project Estimator (2007–2009) roles at the same company. The profile describes assisting in target project selection, leading the development of cost estimates, constructability reviews, value engineering programs and feasibility studies, and managing a dedicated team.
Adam Ruys
LinkedInExperience: Director Of Estimating · W.E. O'Neil Construction
Director Of Estimating at W.E. O'Neil Construction since April 2022, and Estimator at JP Cullen from 2010 to 2018. The profile describes being responsible for estimating team management, development and oversight, with skills in preconstruction services, conceptual estimating and value engineering.
Bryan Butcher
LinkedInExperience: Chief Estimator · HENSEL PHELPS
Former Chief Estimator at HENSEL PHELPS (1997–2021). The profile describes serving as Chief Estimator for the Southeast District of Hensel Phelps and managing all estimating, procurement, training and management for the Southeast region. Principal CEO at B2K2 Consortium since 2022.
Chris Boyd
LinkedInExperience: V.P. of Estimating · Fager-McGee Commercial Construction, Inc.
V.P. of Estimating at Fager-McGee Commercial Construction, Inc. since January 2023 and Chief Estimator there from 2009 to 2023. The profile describes the vice president of estimating role as translating a client's vision into a financially viable reality, drawing on over 15 years at Fager-McGee.
Glenn Laurence
LinkedInExperience: Chief Estimator · Express Construction Company
Chief Estimator at Express Construction Company since May 2016. Former Preconstruction PM, Sr. Estimator at Sellen Construction (2002–2016), where the profile describes handling all facets of preconstruction and estimating prior to contract with the project design team, and Preconstruction Director & Chief Estimator NW Division at McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. (1984–2001).
Johnathan Dugan
LinkedInExperience: Director of Estimating · Dugan Building Company
Director of Estimating at Dugan Building Company since December 2011. The profile describes directing the company's estimating department, handling estimating and supervising other estimators in their effort to competitively bid and win construction projects, and managing projects from beginning to end.
Keith Rastberger
LinkedInExperience: Executive Director Preconstruction & Estimating · Turner Construction Company
Former Executive Director Preconstruction & Estimating at Turner Construction Company (2019–2025) and Senior Estimating Manager at Fluor Corporation (2015–2019). The profile describes over 25 years of experience in preconstruction, estimating and cost management, leading large-scale commercial, infrastructure and energy projects.
Kirk Seely
LinkedInExperience: Chief Estimator · GenCap Construction Corp.
Chief Estimator at GenCap Construction Corp. since May 2022. Former Senior Estimator Preconstruction Manager at Mortenson (2002–2020), with Construction Estimator rows at Mortenson from 1996 to 2002. The profile describes GenCap as a full-service general contractor specializing in mixed-use and mid-rise commercial projects.
Tim Dever
LinkedInExperience: Chief Estimator-Director of Estimating · Lincoln Construction, Inc.
Chief Estimator-Director of Estimating at Lincoln Construction, Inc. since November 2023 and Estimator there from 2016 to 2023. Other roles include Senior Estimator at EXXCEL Design Build Construction (2013–2016) and Vice President Estimating at Renier Construction (2004–2013). The profile describes Lincoln Construction as a commercial construction company based in Columbus, Ohio.
Vijay Sharma
LinkedInExperience: Chief Estimator · Perera Construction
Chief Estimator at Perera Construction since July 2026 and Estimating Manager there since July 2025. In the Chief Estimator role the profile describes leading preconstruction strategy for complex commercial and public works projects, directing estimating operations, project pursuits and pricing decisions, and developing estimating talent and standards.
Choose the right perspective
Match the person's project types and markets to yours, since estimating commercial buildings, public work or large infrastructure involves different pricing data and risks. Also decide whether you need help with early conceptual budgets or with detailed bid estimates, and pick someone whose role sat closest to that stage.
Questions to take into the conversation
- 01How accurate can an estimate be at the conceptual design stage, and what drives the biggest swings later?
- 02How do you build contingency and escalation into a bid without pricing yourself out of the job?
- 03What do you look for in subcontractor bids to tell whether a low number is real?
Reaching construction estimating experts
How can I contact one of these construction estimating experts?
Pick one of the 10 people on this page and choose "Book a paid call", or describe your project to find others. You offer a fee for a 15-minute call or a written answer, Instant Expert finds the person's work email and sends the invitation, and they decide whether to accept. The list covers 10 companies, including Grunley Construction Company, Inc.; W.E. O'Neil Construction and HENSEL PHELPS, based on profile data retrieved on October 3, 2026. Being listed here doesn't mean someone has agreed to take calls.
How much does it cost to reach construction estimating experts?
You choose the offer, starting at $5 per person. It includes Instant Expert's 20% fee, so an offer that pays the person $100 costs you $125. You're charged only when the person books the call or sends the answer.
What if they don't reply?
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