Construction Estimator - Residential & Light Commercial Projects
RevCats · Tampa, FL · 1 wk ago
On-siteProject Management$70k–$80k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed construction estimates for residential and light commercial projects
- Develop project budgets, cost analyses, and pricing proposals
- Review plans, specifications, scopes of work, and project requirements
- Identify potential cost risks and opportunities during the estimating process
- Solicit bids and pricing from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
- Evaluate proposals for completeness, accuracy, and competitiveness
- Build and maintain strong relationships with trade partners and suppliers
- Assist in developing accurate scopes of work for bidding purposes
- Support project planning and pre-construction activities
- Participate in project handoff meetings with operations and project management teams
- Assist in developing budgets, schedules, and cost projections
- Collaborate with leadership to align estimating efforts with project goals
- Work directly with ownership on pricing strategy and project forecasting
- Monitor market conditions, labor costs, and material pricing trends
- Help improve estimating processes, systems, and cost databases
- Contribute to overall project profitability through accurate budgeting and forecasting
Qualifications
- Experience as a Construction Estimator, Project Estimator, or similar role
- Knowledge of residential and/or light commercial construction practices
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications
- Strong understanding of construction costs, budgeting, and estimating principles
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
- Proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, and construction technology tools
- Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Opportunity to work directly with company leadership
- Involvement in a variety of residential and light commercial projects
- Long-term career growth opportunities
- Collaborative and team-oriented work environment
Pay
Target Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit.