Construction Estimator

  • MD Smith Construction LLC
  • Tampa, Florida
  • Full Time
Salary Not Available

Position range in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $59k - $97k Per Year

Construction Estimator

MD Smith Construction LLC

Occupation: Cost Estimators

Location: Tampa, FL - 33647

Positions available: 1

Job #: 14c1e6ce28

Source: ZipRecruiter

Posted: 6/10/2025

Delivery Method: ZipRecruiter

Web Site: www.ziprecruiter.com

Job Type: Full Time (30 Hours or More)

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Construction Estimator Position

Description:

Our firm is growing and adding new and exciting projects at an increasing rate. We have been in business for 15 years and have an extensive resume covering multifamily and commercial projects.

Overview:

The Estimator is responsible for analyzing project plans, specifications, proposals, and other documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for bidding projects. Interfacing with subcontractors, project managers, all support teams and client relations to achieve precise and accurate estimates. Great attention to detail and excellent communication skills are a must.

Job Responsibilities:

Essential Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Prepares commercial and multifamily job estimates

Prepares subcontractor scopes of work for projects

Prepares pre-construction and project schedules

Prepare bid proposals for owner presentation; including the cost breakdown, clarifications, scope, and exclusions

Processes and distribute all R.F.I's for estimating and job addendums

Maintain and update subcontractor and supplier information

Prepare plans and specifications for subcontractors and suppliers

Prepares takeoffs

Provides value engineering services

Prepare post bid buyouts

Consults with engineers, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues

Responsible for the project handoff process between Estimating and the Project Manager

Maintain cost database that includes material pricing, historical and overall project cost

Maintain positive client/subcontractor relationships

Skills Required:

Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize work assignments

Multifamily and Commercial construction experience

Extreme attention to detail

Leadership and motivational skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to travel throughout all areas of construction sites during all phases of a project

Available to work extended hours as required by project schedulers or urgent circumstances

Computer skills:

Advance level and working knowledge in Bluebeam

Advanced level in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Advance level in Microsoft Project

Educational and Professional Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or higher in construction related discipline is desired

Minimum 5+ years of experience in the construction industry performing responsibilities equivalent to those listed above

Benefits:

Become a member of a great team and growing company

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Vehicle Allowance

Company DescriptionWe are a Tampa based company that competes primarily in the multi-family sector and commercial construction space. We also have a custom home division. We are looking for a well rounded estimator that has experience that would compliment our project load.Company DescriptionWe are a Tampa based company that competes primarily in the multi-family sector and commercial construction space. We also have a custom home division. We are looking for a well rounded estimator that has experience that would compliment our project load.

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Job ID: 480930668
Originally Posted on: 6/12/2025

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