Estimator

Description

• Minimize project risk by producing complete, thorough, and competitive estimates.
• Review and interpret construction documents including plans, specifications, engineering reports, and contracts to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Manage multiple priorities while collaborating with team members to achieve company goals.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, pre-construction meetings, and sales presentations.
• Verify the accuracy of data used in estimates and bids.
• Stay current on estimating trends, tools, and best practices.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal team members.
• Develop detailed scope sheets for each project division to ensure complete coverage.
• Represent the company with a professional attitude, appearance, and commitment to quality.
• Perform material quantity take-offs and solicit subcontractor bids via phone or electronic platforms.
• Prepare detailed and professional estimates and proposals using ethical standards and the most current internal and industry cost data.
• Participate in post-bid evaluations and post-project reviews.
• Support estimating and other departments with administrative and coordination tasks, including tracking bid documents and maintaining databases and files.
• Create and maintain bid recap sheets.

Requirements

• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Project, Excel, Word) and estimating/bid solicitation software.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong commitment to service, quality, and professionalism.
• Strong work ethic and sense of ownership over assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong active listening skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude.
• High attention to detail.
• Minimum of 2 years of construction industry experience (office or field), with preference for at least 1 year of estimating experience.
• Excellent verbal and written presentation abilities.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and simplifying complex tasks.
• Receptive to direction and constructive feedback with a positive attitude.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance