Estimator, Construction

This position will be responsible for project cost analysis, coordination with field operations, customer development, and relationship building. It is located in our Omaha, Nebraska office.

• Recommend short‑term objectives and long‑range sales/marketing goals including pricing and job selection policies.
• Bidding, selling, and marketing E&K’s services and products, including monitoring market and technical trades.
• Participate and be accountable for development and implementation of marketing plans.
• Manage and coordinate current projects by documenting and interacting with other departments and clients for proper progress of jobs.
• Process contracts and change orders in a timely manner.
• Assist in determining amount of monthly progress billings.
• Ensure that the proper information is provided to other departments.
• Review, understand, and monitor contract language and note concerns for the Manager’s review.
• Establish qualified subcontractor bids and scope in determining contracts.
• Conform to all company policies and procedures.
• Attend and participate in all required company training programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 3+ years of experience with commercial construction estimating.
• Required experience with BuzzBID, Quick Bid, or similar estimating software.
• Metal framing, ceilings, and/or drywall construction experience preferred.
• Solid experience with Bluebeam or similar software.
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents, drawings, schedules, and specifications.
• Knowledge of construction budgets, scheduling, and estimating.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills – will regularly interact verbally and in writing, with internal and external partners.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially in Outlook and Excel.

Benefits include a dedicated office, 50 work‑from‑home days per year to use at your discretion, and the opportunity for limited travel across the United States.

Nearest Major Market: Omaha
Nearest Secondary Market: Council Bluffs

E&K is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action, E‑Verify, and drug‑free employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.