Estimator

The Estimator is the core of the estimating department, a well-rounded professional with solid trade knowledge and the ability to take a project through the full estimate process with standard oversight. You know the work, you know the tools, and you're reliable. This role requires both technical competence and strong contractor engagement skills, and it's the foundation from which more senior roles are built.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare complete, accurate estimates for construction projects across relevant trades and disciplines
• Qualify subcontractor scope and pricing, ensuring appropriate coverage and competitive bids
• Reach out to and manage relationships with subcontractors and suppliers throughout the bid process
• Utilize department estimating tools and software to produce organized, consistent estimate packages
• Coordinate with Lead Estimators and Sr. Estimators on scope questions, trade gaps, or project-specific challenges
• Meet project deadlines and communicate proactively when timelines are at risk
• Continuously build knowledge of trades, materials, and construction methods relevant to company project types

Skills & Competencies

• Trade Knowledge, Solid understanding of the trades and systems commonly encountered in project estimates
• Scope Qualification, Can assess a subcontractor's bid for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with project scope
• Contractor Engagement, Proactively builds coverage and follows up persistently to ensure participation
• Attention to Detail, Produces estimates that are thorough and well-organized
• Reliability, Dependable on deadlines and consistent in output quality