Estimator

About the Role

Together with other members of the Preconstruction and Estimating Team, this position is responsible for a variety of estimating functions including analyzing proposals and requirements and preparing detailed cost estimates for a variety of construction projects. The role requires excellent time management, follow‑up and organizational skills; a commitment to process and procedure; and the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks. The incumbent must work well under extreme deadlines and pay strict attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Explore documentation to gain a deep understanding of project requirements and create and validate detailed project budgets.
• Visit sites, warehouses, and other venues to estimate and validate existing conditions, including document review.
• Coordinate with designers, developers, and construction trade partners to review progress drawings for accuracy with budget/scope and provide feedback to ownership.
• Perform complex analysis of collected data and metrics.
• Work closely with project management and pre‑construction teams to ensure all subcontractors and vendors are hired to meet project requirements.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date database of industry cost information to prepare relevant and reliable forecasts.
• Create and present reports to senior management.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with key vendors, subcontractors, and field staff.
• Demonstrate thorough working knowledge of all project management control systems, including scheduling, estimating, cost control, procurement, and business development.
• Complete quantity take‑offs.
• Utilize cloud‑based project management tools.
• Use Microsoft Office, Asta or Microsoft Project, and possess working knowledge of BIM, AutoCAD, Sage Estimating, and Revit.
• Apply fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting.
• Assist with researching and evaluating new construction and estimating software to streamline preconstruction services.
• Assist with implementation and training of new software and processes.

Requirements

• Strong computer skills, especially with packaged construction management software, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and scheduling software (a plus).
• Extensive knowledge of the construction business.
• High‑level interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations with poise, tact, and diplomacy.
• Excellent written communication: clear, informative writing; editing for spelling and grammar; adaptable writing style.
• Effective presentation of numerical data.
• Strong reading and interpretation of written information.
• Demonstrated accuracy, thoroughness, and a focus on quality improvement.
• Ability to apply feedback, monitor own work, and meet productivity standards.
• Efficient time management, prioritization, and planning of work activities.
• Adaptability to changing work environments, competing demands, and unexpected events.
• Professionalism: respectful, tactful interaction; ability to react well under pressure; accountability for actions and commitments.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (4‑year) in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.
• Associate’s degree (2‑year) in a related field plus 2 years of relevant construction and/or estimating experience.
• Alternatively, 4 years of equivalent relevant experience.

Pay

Starting salary: $70,000 – $90,000.