Estimator - Offer Accept : Job Details

A well-established and growing general contractor is seeking a Construction Estimator to join its team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of commercial projects from early-stage concept through final bid submission. The ideal candidate brings both technical estimating experience and strong communication skills to support collaboration with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of the estimating process from concept through final pricing.
• Prepare detailed conceptual and schematic budgets and estimates during various design phases.
• Perform comprehensive takeoffs across all trades and manage the full bid process for both construction management and general contracting scopes.
• Request, review, and evaluate subcontractor proposals and supplier quotes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors.
• Attend and contribute to meetings with clients, architects, and trade partners as needed.
• Research current market conditions to estimate labor, material, and other project delivery costs.
• Work closely with project teams to align procurement and deliverables with field execution.
• Level subcontractor bids to identify scope gaps and inconsistencies.
• Prepare clear and accurate scope documentation by division.
• Conduct site visits when necessary to inform the estimating process.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction estimating, with proven success in budget development and bid execution.
• Hands-on experience with Division 9 – Finishes is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry-standard estimating tools such as On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, Sage Timberline, or ProEst.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Skilled in developing accurate cost estimates and identifying value engineering opportunities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.