Project Estimator

Well established general contractor construction company located in the Bartow County Georgia area specializes in asphalt and concrete servicing the residential, commercial, and industrial communities from coast to coast with offices in Georgia and Texas is experiencing unprecedented growth and looking to hire an Estimator
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Review project plans, specifications, and contract documents to develop comprehensive cost estimates

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, and equipment across all trades/scopes
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier bids/quotes
• Prepare and present competitive bid packages, proposals, and budgets for owners and clients
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, and qualifications in bid documents
• Analyze historical cost data and market trends to refine estimating accuracy
• Coordinate with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors during preconstruction
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walks to assess project conditions
• Track and maintain a database of unit costs, vendor pricing, and past project data
• Support value engineering efforts and constructability reviews
• Assist with contract negotiations and buyout after project

3+ years of project management experience in concrete/asphalt paving or heavy civil construction required.

• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, and materials across multiple trades
• Solid understanding of construction documents, specifications, and building codes
• Strong analytical, math, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience estimating both public (bid/spec) and private negotiated work preferred.
• Familiarity with CSI Master Format divisions
• Relationships with local subcontractor and supplier base preferred
• Experience with design-build or GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price) projects essential.