Construction Estimator

Position: Estimator

Role Overview:
You will play a critical role in the preconstruction & estimating phase, contributing to the success of projects through accurate and comprehensive estimating, strategic planning, and effective collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

· Review drawings, specifications, and owner documents to define the scope of work.

· Attend pre-bid and project meetings; develop and submit RFIs as needed.

· Prepare both conceptual and detailed estimates, including company self-perform scopes such as concrete and carpentry type of work.

· Generate takeoffs and organize complete bid packages, including subcontractor and supplier coverage.

· Lead and participate in internal/external estimate presentations.

· Execute full bid process: solicitations, communications, evaluations, and bid analysis.

· Recommend design alternatives based on cost, quality, and material availability.

· Determine labor and equipment costs

· Manage bid document distribution and bidder qualification, support subcontractor buyout and project handoff.

· Collaborate with project and financial managers on cost tracking & risk mitigation strategies.

· Develop conceptual budgets and strategic risk assessments.

· Maintain and upload all estimate documentation; ensure organization and completeness of deliverables.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· Minimum 4 years of estimating experience.

· Proficiency in construction estimating processes, systems, and assemblies.

· Experience with both GMP and Lump Sum project delivery methods.

· Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, estimating software, and scheduling tools (Microsoft Office, Project, SAGE and ProEst).