Estimator

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design-development, and construction document estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and pricing analysis to develop accurate and competitive cost estimates.
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure complete and competitive coverage of all scopes of work.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving alternatives that maintain or improve project quality and performance.
• Develop comprehensive bid packages and scope sheets that clearly define responsibilities and expectations for trade partners.
• Review plans, specifications, and contract documents for completeness, accuracy, and constructability, and identify any gaps or conflicts.
• Maintain and update historical cost databases to support future estimating and budgeting efforts.
• Partner with project managers and operations teams during project handoff to ensure a smooth transition from preconstruction to execution.
• Support both negotiated and hard-bid project pursuits by preparing estimates, pricing strategies, and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes, tools, and templates to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Over time, participate in project assignments in the field to gain hands-on experience and maintain a strong connection to construction operations.

Requirements

• 3+ years of estimating, project engineering, or preconstruction experience in commercial construction.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and building systems.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Sage Estimating, Procore, BuildinConnected, Bluebeam, or similar construction and estimating platforms.
• Experience with design-build construction delivery methods.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate estimates, assumptions, and value engineering ideas to owners and internal teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to support meetings, presentations, and coordination with stakeholders.
• Familiarity with maintaining and leveraging historical cost databases.
• Interest in gaining field experience on active projects to complement office-based estimating responsibilities.