Junior Estimator

Renovo Construction is a General Contractor business created by DLC in 2021. As an affiliate company of DLC—a leading owner and operator of shopping centers—we have access to a pipeline of continual business with some of the world’s most iconic brands including Starbucks, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Homegoods, Burlington, Ross, Aspen Dental, and WellNow. The business plan is to grow Renovo into a $100M+/yr General Contractor executing projects both internally and for external clients. Renovo is a people-driven company that hires top talent and works with best-in-class partners.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to join our construction team as a Junior Estimator. This is an entry-level position with a clear growth path, designed for someone eager to develop a long-term career in construction. Working directly under the guidance of the VP of Construction, the Junior Estimator will be exposed to all facets of pre-construction, estimating, and construction operations within a General Contractor.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing construction drawings to identify scopes of work for all trades.
• Support in the creation, distribution, and follow-up of Requests for Quotes to subcontractors.
• Collect, organize, and track all bids, proposals, and related documents during the bidding and buyout phases.
• Maintain accurate and timely updates of all bid-related and project information in shared systems or spreadsheets.
• Provide daily progress reports to the VP of Construction.
• Coordinate and update internal databases, ensuring version control and accessibility across projects.
• Assist in evaluating subcontractor qualifications and bid compliance.
• Attend and take notes during internal pre-bid meetings, site visits, and proposal reviews.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure alignment between preconstruction estimates and project execution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies and recommending solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related fields).
• Prior experience or internship in construction or estimating (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, basic formulas, data organization).
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn new software platforms (i.e. Procore).
• Basic understanding of construction plans and documents (preferred).
• Familiarity with cloud storage tools (i.e. SharePoint) for document organization is a plus.

Skills

• Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Strong follow-through and ability to complete tasks with limited supervision once trained.
• Ability to take direction quickly and implement feedback constructively.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow within the construction industry.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining a high standard of work.
• Team-oriented and willing to support others to meet company goals.
• Strong negotiation skills.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $70,000. The actual compensation will be based on factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, market and business considerations, and other factors permitted by law.