Construction Estimator

About the Company

Resolute, a second-generation, family-owned commercial general contractor based in Chapel Hill, NC, has built a 40-year legacy of dependable, high-value, and effective service. Our collaborative, close-knit team structure fosters strong communication and shared knowledge, allowing us to adapt to the diverse needs of our clients. We continually adopt new technologies and methods to meet evolving market demands and deliver exceptional value.

Resolute has a strong reputation, and is on a growth trajectory. We are looking for candidates that have a desire to shape the future of the company for many years.

• Manage the bid process beginning with receiving the lead thru the execution of the contract.
• Facilitate the project turnover to the Operations Team in an intentional, comprehensive and timely manner.
• Support and at times lead business development efforts in order to support growth.
• Assign responsibilities, target areas of improvement and training, and supervise the performance of the junior Estimators.
• Read and fully comprehend the construction documents (plans & specs) and the implications on project planning and general conditions/requirements.
• Research items and price products through multiple vendors.
• Manage several activities/projects at once, organize and prioritize work.
• Define scopes of work for construction trades and prepare subcontract bid packages.
• Present to groups in person and via conference calls.
• Procure and track relevant bid information.
• Negotiate bid prices with subcontractors to include assisting Operations with the buyout.

• 5+ years experience in the construction industry, ideally in preconstruction or estimating department.
• Completion of bachelors degree in related field.
• Physically located in or around the greater Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area.

• Ability to operate independently.
• Organized, clear, and efficient communication skills.
• Critical thinking related to potential efficiencies and optimization in the construction process.
• Strong understanding of the commercial general contracting industry.
• Strong understanding of commercial subcontracting trades and typical scopes.

• Pay range is dynamic and based upon qualifications and experience, expect a range between $100,000-$145,000.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level.
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time.
• Job function:
  Project Management and Business Development.
• Industries:
  Construction.

• Medical insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid maternity leave.
• Paid paternity leave.
• Vision insurance.

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