Estimator/contractor

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for construction projects. This role analyzes project plans, specifications, and related documents to determine the overall scope of work and develop detailed quantity takeoffs, labor and material pricing, subcontractor solicitations, and final bid proposals.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Review the pre-bid RFI for validity and partner with the project team as needed for additional information.

Post the bid invitation to Building Connected. Compile all files and project information for subcontractor access. Create bid packages based on project scope of work.

Perform project takeoffs, as directed. Create the project in the estimating software, review subcontractor quantities against internal takeoffs for accuracy, and review with internal team if discrepancies are found. Input project information relating to the project and edit the form to reflect the scopes of work and bid packages. Review subcontractor participation and follow up, as needed, via email or telephone.

Review subcontractor proposals, as assigned, for scope of work inclusions and exclusions; Identify if subcontractors have met pre-qualification requirements, and direct non-prequalified subcontractors through the process.

Support bid day activities by monitoring incoming subcontractor bids, reviewing and distributing to appropriate parties as needed, organizing post-bid-day proposals, and filing appropriately.

Participate in meetings, as needed, to include handover meetings, preconstruction meetings, OAC meetings, bid meetings, site walks, pre-bid conference, etc.

Participate in project interviews, as needed. Attend interview prep meetings and prepare interview presentation materials as directed.

Determine and maintain unit cost records, reviewing proposals and identifying unit cost data for historical records, as needed.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, working inside with others. Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar field, or equivalent work experience

Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, to include Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams

Skilled at building and managing relationships; customer service

Knowledge of project workflows and associated impacts

Experience with a general contractor on commercial building projects

Experience working as an Estimator or Project Engineer

Experience using estimating forms and software

Experience using estimating takeoff software

Experience using bid invitation software

We offer Health, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (H S A), Accident Coverage, Company Sponsored Basic life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Vacation, Sick Leave, and 401K with Company Matching.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Application Deadline: June 5th, 2026