Estimator

Overview

Estimating commercial construction bids and managing subcontractor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• bid spreadsheets
• bid strategy
• pre-bid meetings
• database pricing
• smartbid coordination
• scope review

Tasks

-Reviews and executes bid forms, bid bonds, etc., on bid projects -Sets up Bid Day Summaries and General Requirements bid spreadsheets or conceptual spreadsheets to complete a bid -Monitors coverage with the plans coordinators and solicits new subcontractors to bid -Discusses and establishes bid strategies, concerns, and advantages -Conducts pre-bid meetings with MHC Operations personnel and Subcontractors as needed -Utilizes Subcontractor and Field production Data to establish database pricing -Directs Plans Coordinators for vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination using SmartBid -Establishes, writes, and reviews work scopes for subcontractors -Improves existing subcontractor relationships and gets to know the subcontractor -Reviews estimates for accuracy, constructability, and risks -Assists Estimating Department as needed to facilitate teamwork -Assists operations staff on project logistics, staging, phasing plans, and coordination -Defines major or priority subcontractors -Reads and outlines project specifications

Requirements

• timberline
• ost
• microsoft office
• estimator
• concrete
• carpentry

What You Bring

-Must be able to use strategic and innovative methods to obtain sub coverage for bids, especially in new geographic areas -Experience with self-performance of concrete and carpentry highly desired -Familiar with standard concepts, practices, procedures, technology, and programs within the construction field -Proficient in Timberline, OST, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) -A certain degree of creativity and innovation is required to out plan the competition -At least five (5) years of experience as an estimator in Commercial Construction -Experience with projects over $5 Million -Must be able to lead an estimate and take full charge of a Public Works or Private Client bid -Relies on judgment and experience to plan and establish deadlines -Accurately takes off as required for CSI Divisions 1-46

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Benefits

-401(k) with company match -Paid Time Off (PTO) -Life Insurance -Vision Insurance -Prices items of both self-performed and sub contracted work on a unit priced basis -Dental Insurance -Parental Leave -Supplemental Insurance -Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance -Paid Holidays -Medical Insurance

About Martin-Harris Construction Llc

-Specializing in design‑build, construction manager at risk (CMAR), pre‑construction and self‑performed carpentry and concrete work. -Known for tackling ambitious builds—from tiny home veteran projects to multi‑million‑dollar industrial and hospitality sites. -Family‑led leadership ensures craftsman‑led management, blending hands‑on builders with strategic oversight.

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