Estimator

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for: Detention equipment packages (doors, frames, hardware, security glazing, etc.)
  • Quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and BIM models
  • Analyze bid documents, specifications, and scope requirements
• Develop estimates that reflect actual shop production workflows:
  • Labor hours (welding, fabrication, assembly)
  • Material costs (steel, hardware, specialty components)
  • Equipment utilization and throughput constraints
• Cook up estimates to align with real-world manufacturing capabilities and project execution strategies.
  • Coordinate with production teams to validate fabrication methods
  • Validate cycle times, shop capacity impacts, vendor & procurement coordination
  • Solicit and evaluate quotes from vendors and subcontractors
  • Level bids and ensure scope coverage aligns with project requirements
  • Work with procurement to identify cost-saving opportunities and long-lead risks
• Incorporate field labor, installation sequencing, and site constraints into estimates.
  • Coordinate with field operations to validate crew sizing and productivity rates
  • Account for shipping, handling, and logistics of manufactured components
• Support value engineering efforts and alternative design solutions.
  • Clearly define inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions in all estimates
  • Identify scope gaps, design conflicts, and constructability risks
• Collaborate with:
  • Design team (AOR, internal design/BIM)
  • Engineering Operations and field leadership
  • Support design-assist and design-build efforts with real-time pricing input

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent field experience in DEC / fabrication / construction)
• 3–8+ years of estimating experience in one or more of the following: Detention equipment (DEC), Structural steel / fabrication, Precast or modular construction, Commercial construction with manufacturing integration

Required Technical Skills

• Bluebeam (takeoffs and document review)
• Microsoft Excel (advanced estimating and cost modeling)
• Ability to read and interpret: Shop drawings, Construction documents, Specifications

Preferred Experience

• Procore

Core Competencies

• Strong understanding of fabrication and installation processes
• Translate design into real-world production and field costs
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
• Effective communicator across engineering, production, and field teams
• Proactive in identifying risk and cost drivers

Physical Demands

• Use of manual dexterity, tactile, visual, and audio acuity
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
• Sustained visual and mental applications and demands
• Occasional lifting (up to 25 pounds), bending, pulling, and carrying
• Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

• ModCorr LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.