Estimator - Commercial Construction

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and required estimate contents. (Some travel required)

• Produce, collect, and distribute Estimator RFIs.

• Participate in proposal presentations to clients and project hand-off meetings.

• Prepare thorough, accurate, and competitive estimates for construction projects by the established bid deadline.

• Identify and incorporate value-engineered alternatives related to materials, construction methods, and design.

• Analyze subcontractor proposals for cost and scope; develop a full scope of work for each sub-trade before and during bid solicitation.

• Analyze estimates for unsuccessful bids to course-correct and increase the chances of winning future projects.

• Organize and lead the transition of the finalized cost estimate to the assigned Project Manager.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of full-time experience estimating construction projects for a general contractor.

• A degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred but not required.

• Proficiency in construction estimating and takeoff software, including Procore, Sage, Building Connected, and BlueBeam.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• In-depth knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards.

• Numbers-oriented mindset.

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

• Bonus opportunities

• Performance bonus

• Yearly bonus