Lead Estimator - Interior Fit-out

Lead Estimator - Interior Fit-out

Salary: $95k - $125k

About RANDALL: RANDALL is a premier self-performing $100M+ subcontractor providing integrated Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Architectural Metals, and Offsite Construction/Manufacturing solutions across Florida and the Southeast. With 35+ years of operational excellence and a team of 500+ professionals, we combine the grit and dedication of our grassroots origins with the innovation of a modern industry leader. Our 100,000 sq. ft. fabrication facility in Apopka, FL serves as a strategic logistics hub, supporting major commercial, industrial, and aeronautical projects across the Southeast and beyond.

Randall Office Construction Group is currently seeking a top-tier Lead Estimator - Interior Fit-out to join our Apopka, FL headquarters on projects throughout Florida and beyond. We are excited about this important role and are determined to consider the best and brightest candidates who meet our requirements.

Position Summary: Our Lead Estimator is responsible for all costs on construction projects from start to finish, estimating expenses, preparing budgets, negotiating contracts, monitoring progress, valuing work done, and resolving disputes, ensuring projects deliver value for money while meeting quality and compliance standards. They act as financial experts, working with clients, contractors, and designers, balancing costs with performance and identifying financial risks.

Experience Required: 5+ years of real, hands-on field, estimating, and management experience in the Commercial Construction field utilizing advanced computer skills and project management / scheduling programs.

Essential Functions:

• Cost Estimation & Budgeting: Reviewing blueprints, estimating material and labor costs, and setting budgets.
• Contract Management: Preparing tender documents, negotiating contracts, and managing payments to contractors.
• Risk Management: Identifying financial and commercial risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Procurement: Advising on material sourcing and selecting contractors/subcontractors.
• Site Monitoring: Visiting construction sites to track progress, verify work, and manage variations.
• Reporting & Analysis: Preparing cost reports, analyzing project finances, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Dispute Resolution: Assisting in resolving disagreements between parties, potentially through arbitration.

Desired Qualification Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Suite (Excel) and Bluebeam (CAD and BIM knowledge a plus, OST - Onscreen Take Off by ConstructConnect).
• Knowledge of Division 5 Metals and Division 9 Finishes.
• Advanced mathematics and analysis skills.
• Advanced critical thinking skills.
• Communication skills (can speak to people in a professional environment).
• Strong English language ability required, bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus.
• Time conscious (can be on time and efficient).
• Demonstrate dependability, flexibility, and teamwork.
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and always follow safety procedures.
• Ability to work well with others.

Physical Requirements: This is primarily a hybrid office / jobsite position and, as such, you must be able to sit up to six or more hours in an eight-hour workday, lift light objects such as files and paperwork frequently during the day, and objects weighing up to 10 pounds occasionally during the day. You must also be able to bend, stretch, crouch, and lift as required by the job.

Benefits: Why Join the RANDALL Team? Success at RANDALL is driven by our culture of Professional Trade Excellence: pairing technical mastery with a practical, hardworking mindset. We seek professionals who are motivated by challenge and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with our clients and our colleagues. We don't just hire for the next project; we invest in long-term careers built on a foundation of quality and craftsmanship. Benefits & Culture: Competitive Compensation & Health Benefits Matching 401k & Insurance Options Paid Time Off (PTO) A Drug-Free, Safety-First Workplace