Construction Estimator

FOXX Construction is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our team of professionals. We need someone strong in math with excellent communication skills to write proposals, cost estimates, and detailed takeoffs on our projects. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in the construction industry, preferably 3-5 years as an estimator. Project management experience is welcomed.

Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed construction estimates , including comprehensive quantity takeoffs, labor and material pricing, and complete bid proposals for projects of varying sizes and complexity.

Review construction drawings, specifications, and site conditions to identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, and cost-saving opportunities.

Manage the estimating process from initial project review through final bid submission , ensuring accurate pricing, complete documentation, and timely delivery of competitive proposals.

Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to expand trade coverage , secure competitive pricing, and strengthen FOXX Construction's bidding network.

Solicit, evaluate, level, and negotiate subcontractor and vendor proposals to ensure accurate scope coverage, competitive costs, and alignment with project requirements.

Develop strategic bid approaches that maximize self-perform opportunities by evaluating internal labor, productivity, materials, equipment, and supervision costs against subcontractor pricing.

Collaborate with operations, project management, and field leadership to validate estimates , establish realistic production assumptions, identify value-engineering opportunities, and support project profitability.

Maintain historical cost data , analyze estimated versus actual project costs, and continuously improve estimating accuracy, bid competitiveness, and overall estimating processes.

Bachelors' degree in civil engineering, accounting, construction management, or related field is required

Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) certification from the American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) is preferred - Typically head estimators carry these certifications (10-15+ yrs experience)

Minimum 5 years of experience in the construction industry - project estimating (minimum 3 years) or construction management is needed

Understanding of accounting, data and risk analysis, research methodology, and estimation metrics is vital

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and construction estimating software

Requires critical thinking, analytical skills, and very strong math skills

Stellar communication, project management, and time-management skills are crucial

Has experience estimating self-perform scopes (drywall, rough carpentry, painting and finish carpentry)

Has experience in conceptual estimating, and all three design phases