Project Estimator

Application Instructions

Formed in 1998, Ideal Contracting is one of the largest construction companies in Michigan, with growing operations nationwide. Ideal Contracting has earned a strong reputation for excellence in its field, receiving local and national recognition for our service, quality, efficiency, safety, and innovative construction techniques.

Ideal Contracting is a general contractor with extensive self-perform services, flexible delivery methods, and a successful portfolio of projects for clients in a wide range of markets. Our loyal, dependable team of 350+ self-perform professionals and 150+ full-time staff help support our company's mission to deliver long-term value to our clients through results, trust, experience, and quality while building strong communities where we work and live.

Ideal Contracting strives to create a unique environment where employees are given an opportunity to shine within the workplace and the community. Our company maintains a strong presence within our neighborhoods and places an inherent value on making a lasting, positive impact.

We're currently seeking candidates for the position of Project Estimator to join our team in Detroit, Michigan. This in-person position reports to the Director of Preconstruction and will be responsible for preparing comprehensive and competitive bid proposals and preliminary budgets for new construction projects.

Salary for this exempt position is to be commensurate according to candidate's skills and experience level.

The position offers an attractive benefit package that includes medical insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, HMO and Health Savings plan options available), dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability plans on the first of the month following the date of hire. Paid time off and 401K plan offered upon reaching eligibility.

Please complete the online employment application and upload your resume to be considered for this position.

Position Description

• Assist the Director of Preconstruction in reviewing incoming bid opportunities.
• Identify and assess the bid to determine the scope of work, impact of site logistics, and the risks associated with the construction, and prepare bid alternates if required.
• Perform quantity take-offs and compile the quantities of labor, material, and equipment with the costs associated with each resource as applicable. Labor and materials depend on the specific trade.
• Attend pre-bid walkthroughs to assess and analyze the site conditions and how they might have an impact on subcontractors/trade contractors to perform work on site.
• Develop subcontractor scopes of work to better align trades and ensure complete and well-coordinated estimates.
• Communicate effectively and clearly with the owner and/or client on items requiring additional clarity during the bid process.
• Communicate with the subcontractors/vendors to determine the scope of work and address any issues related to the bid package/scope of work.
• Receive and analyze subcontractor bid proposals based on price and scope of work, and select the subcontractor to perform the work.
• Address ongoing construction change orders and prepare accurate change order estimates to avert budget overruns.
• Assemble complete proposals, including completion of owner and/or client proposal requirements, including, but not limited to, proposal forms, bid breakdowns, unit pricing, logistics plans, project narratives where required, and associated bid clarifications supporting our understanding of the project requirements.
• Address post-bid changes and prepare a comprehensive final bid price/cost breakdown.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent.
• Able to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Possess a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to travel minimally (10%) overnight.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ideal Contracting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of such factors as race, color, age, sex, national origin, religion, citizenship, handicap, height, weight and marital status. Under the State Persons with Disabilities Act and the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act, an employer has a legal obligation to accommodate an employee's or job applicant's disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the employer. A person with a disability may allege a violation against an employer regarding a failure to accommodate his or her condition under Michigan law only if the person notifies the employer in writing of the need for accommodation within 182 days after the date the person knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.