Entry Level Construction Estimator

We are a local and well-established construction company that has been in business since 1872, working on both commercial and residential projects. We tackle diverse projects in multiple industries including:
Commercial Healthcare, Athletic, Churches, Retail, Education, and Residential.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to expand their career in the construction industry. We offer full in-house training and will have you feeling confident in your abilities in just a few short months!

• Prepare detailed bids to be submitted to contractors to obtain work. Requires gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and other key related documents and explore them to gain a deeper understanding of a project and its requirements to prepare a competitive bid from our company.
• Bids should be prepared using products and materials outlined in the construction plans and specifications.
• Assess and prioritize all possible bid opportunities, ensuring all qualifying bids are submitted in a timely manner that meets the bidding requirement.
• Coordinate with client and other internal departments any changes in scope or other issues and changes that may arise.
• Obtain bids from vendors by specifying materials and negotiating pricing and obtaining discounts. Requires gaining our product knowledge.
• Build and maintain long term relationships with key clients and vendors, architects, and engineers.
• Maintain technical and industry knowledge through classes, workshops, and industry publications.
• Periodically review completed bids with senior management for successful and unsuccessful bid elements.
• Make all decisions for the project applying the principles of company’s code of ethics.
• Occasional travel to clients’ offices to discuss and review jobs and bids.

• High School diploma or equivalent: coursework in drafting, engineering technology, or accounting a plus.
• Microsoft Office and Excel experience in a work environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work for long periods with drawings and computers without interruption.
• Ability and desire to close sales with new and existing clients
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

• Heath Insurance
• Company matching 401K
• Company paid long term disability
• Paid time off
• Coming Soon:
  Renovated brand new office space with employee lounge and fitness center!