Project Estimator

Project Estimator

The core of our identity is a commitment to exceeding our clients' expectations through employee well-being. We realize that our success starts and ends with our employees, so we have built a culture focused on empowerment and collaboration. We challenge each employee to achieve their full potential through career advancement initiatives, a focus on work-life balance, and a team approach to projects.

Based in Lancaster, PA, and Ellicott City, MD, we are a Commercial General Contractor that is formed by our hardworking, driven, and relationship-oriented team.

You love figuring things out. You're analytical, detail-oriented, and naturally curious, and you're also a team player who enjoys working with people and building relationships. You have a knack for seeing the big picture without losing sight of the details. Whether you're reviewing plans, leveling bids, talking through scope with trade partners, or helping find value-engineering solutions, you bring a thoughtful and practical approach to every project.

You take pride in producing accurate work, staying organized, and helping the team win the right projects for the right reasons.

• Build the Plan. Review plans, specifications, and drawings to understand project scope and develop accurate, complete estimates from the ground up.
• Find the Details. Perform takeoffs, identify labor and material requirements, and uncover scope gaps before they become costly surprises.
• Know the Numbers. Analyze costs, compare subcontractor proposals, and develop pricing that supports smart, profitable decision-making.
• Build Relationships. Work closely with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and owners to gather information, clarify scope, and strengthen partnerships.
• Think Like an Owner. Balance project vision, constructability, and budget to help deliver the best value for clients.
• Solve Problems Early. Identify risks, resolve cost discrepancies, and develop practical solutions before issues impact the project.
• Drive Value. Support value engineering efforts and help find creative ways to meet project goals while staying within budget.
• Collaborate to Win. Partner with estimators, project managers, and operations teams to ensure complete scopes and successful project handoffs.
• Present with Confidence. Prepare estimates, recommendations, and pricing information that help leadership make informed decisions.
• Stay Organized. Maintain accurate estimate files, backup documentation, and project records so information is easy to access and verify.
• Keep Learning. Stay curious about construction methods, market conditions, and industry trends to continuously improve your knowledge and results.
• Represent Benchmark. Conduct every interaction with professionalism, integrity, and respect—because our relationships are just as important as the projects we build.

Above all, you are humble, hungry, and smart.

• Education & Experience:
  
  Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience, with at least 1-3 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Construction Knowledge:
  Understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, systems, budgeting, and estimating principles.
• Blueprint & Specification
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to read, interpret, and navigate construction drawings, specifications, and project documents with confidence.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Experience with estimating and construction technology platforms such as Bluebeam, Smart Bid, Destini, Procore, or similar software.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Strong math, problem-solving, and analytical skills with the ability to identify risks, evaluate costs, and make sound recommendations.
• Attention to Detail:
  Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a commitment to producing accurate, complete, and well-supported estimates.
• Communication &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and work effectively with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and internal teams.
• Multitasking & Prioritization:
  Able to manage multiple estimates, deadlines,…