Estimator
Required skills
- estimating
- quantity take-offs
- vendor management
- subcontractor management
- contract review
- risk identification
- bid proposals
- costing
- Microsoft Office
Nice to have
- Sage/Timberline
- commercial construction estimating
- specialty construction estimating
Role summary
Seeking a Preconstruction Estimator for detention facility construction projects. Responsibilities include reviewing construction documents, performing quantity take-offs, soliciting and evaluating vendor/subcontractor bids, negotiating pricing, identifying risks, preparing bid proposals, and maintaining stakeholder relationships. Requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of estimating experience, particularly with Sage/Timberline software.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Preconstruction Estimator to join our growing team specializing in detention facility construction projects. This position plays a critical role in project success by developing accurate cost estimates, managing bid processes, evaluating subcontractor and vendor proposals, and supporting preconstruction activities from concept through project award.
If you enjoy analyzing construction documents, building strong industry relationships, and helping secure successful projects, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Review architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs for labor, materials, equipment, and detention-related components
- Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor bids
- Negotiate pricing and purchasing terms with suppliers and subcontractors
- Identify scope gaps, potential risks, and value engineering opportunities
- Prepare and submit competitive bid proposals
- Develop and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders
- Maintain procurement records and approved vendor lists
- Assist in contract review, insurance compliance, bonding requirements, and preconstruction meetings
- Provide complete project turnover packages to project management teams
- Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and market pricing
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
- Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Science, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
- 5+ years of estimating experience
- Experience with Sage/Timberline estimating software
- Experience in commercial or specialty construction estimating
Skills & Competencies
- Construction estimating and quantity take-offs
- Bid preparation and project costing
- Vendor and subcontractor management
- Contract and scope review
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Time management and multitasking
- Professional communication and negotiation skills
- Ethical business practices and sound judgment
Work Environment
- Primarily office-based, non-smoking work environment
- Occasional travel may be required
- Ability to sit for extended periods
EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled
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