Estimator, Construction

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking an estimator with at least five years of commercial construction experience. Estimators will work primarily on negotiated commercial projects within our core markets and collaborate closely with architects, engineers, owners, and subcontractors.

• Handle projects from first estimate through formalizing subcontracts.
• Analyze information, ask relevant questions, and provide complete cost evaluations.
• Advocate for customers, empowering and informing them throughout the project.
• Deliver innovative solutions to complex cost, lead‑time, trade partner, and material issues.
• Make reliable cost predictions and estimate across all scopes of work.
• Prepare detailed conceptual cost estimates and studies from schematic or feasibility documentation.
• Develop variance summaries between estimates and value engineering studies as design evolves.
• Assemble presentation‑ready estimate packages that clearly communicate project cost.
• Collaborate with the project team to establish staffing and project requirements.
• Understand unit costs and factors affecting construction cost.
• Prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade‑specific clarifications, and comprehensive bid packages.
• Solicit bids, communicate with bidders, evaluate subcontractor proposals, and use bid tally sheets.
• Make subcontractor award recommendations and negotiate and finalize subcontracts with trade partners.
• Participate in and often lead the preparation and presentation of cost/budget information to customers or owners.
• Contribute to request‑for‑proposal responses and formal project presentations.
• Engage and develop business with new and existing customers.

• Flexible, detail‑oriented team player who can manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent listening and strong communication skills.
• Creative and innovative approach to problem‑solving.
• Ability to identify, adapt to, and resolve complex issues.
• Effective participation in a team environment with external and internal teammates.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software (Win Est, Timberline, or similar).
• Proficient in take‑off software (On‑Screen Takeoff or similar), BIM tools (Revit, Assemble, etc.), project management software (CMiC or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• Five or more years of experience as a commercial construction estimator, preferably within DPR’s core markets.
• Bachelor’s degree is plus but not required.
• Strong work ethic and a “can‑do” attitude.

This is a salaried position.

DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Read more in our EEOE Policy.