Estimator

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.