Estimator

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor offering quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from diverse backgrounds and experiences, supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness.

About the Role

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Estimator for its Philadelphia, PA operations based in Exton, PA. This individual will be responsible for estimating PCI scopes of work.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative takeoffs on construction projects
• Establish labor productivities for estimate
• Maintain positive relationships with area vendors for competitive material and equipment pricing
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for work done outside of our self-performing group
• Understand market conditions including competitive approach, backlog, level of risk for work, and other factors for establishing margin percentages
• Involvement in internal bid reviews with supervisors and project teams
• Participate in customer alignment objectives by creating and maintaining positive customer relations
• Contract administration for secured projects
• Utilize wage and benefit schedules
• Hand off secured projects to the Operations team
• Assist in other duties as assigned such as change order management or billings depending on the project(s)
• Support other members of the Estimating team for product line collaboration

Requirements

• At least 2 years’ experience estimating construction projects
• Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction
• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods
• Record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills
• High level of attention to detail and cost analysis skills
• Ability to accurately read project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of work
• Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwift
• Sharp understanding of estimating techniques and the bidding process
• Ability to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independently
• Ability to learn new skills by engaging in technical job functions and applying new skills as they’re learned
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline
• Experience with drywall and framing for commercial interior projects
• OSHA certification
• Experience working with union representatives
• Local to the greater Philadelphia, PA area

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Pay

$110,000 - $120,000 annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program.

This position is safety-sensitive.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays