Construction Estimator
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The Estimator will play a critical role within the preconstruction team, shaping project budgets and steering projects from concept through execution. This role involves developing detailed cost estimates for diverse construction projects and coordinating with various stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Develop detailed cost estimates (conceptual, schematic, design development, bid) for commercial, healthcare, and food-service construction projects
- Perform quantity takeoffs from architectural, structural, mechanical, and civil plans
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to collect pricing, validate assumptions, and refine cost models
- Conduct constructability reviews and value-engineering exercises to optimize design and align cost with client goals
- Build and maintain a unit cost database and historical cost database for use in future estimates
- Participate in bid solicitation, prepare bid packages, issue scopes to subcontractors, evaluate bids, and analyze trade submissions
- Present estimating deliverables to leadership and project teams, and make recommendations based on cost risk and opportunity
- Monitor subcontractor trends, market pricing, and material lead-times
- Collaborate closely with project management, business development, and operations to align cost forecasting, scheduling, and risk management
- Support post-bid activities, including buyout, value-engineering sessions, and cost reconciliation
Requirements
- 3+ years of estimating experience (commercial construction preferred)
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and systems
- Proficiency in takeoff and estimating software (or demonstrated ability to learn quickly)
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., cost modeling, pivot tables)
- Strong communication skills and proven ability to collaborate with design teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of estimating experience (commercial construction preferred)
Skills
* Required skills
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