Estimating Engineer

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking a Junior Estimator with at least 2 years of commercial construction experience. Estimators will work primarily on negotiated commercial projects within our core markets and closely with architects, engineers, owners, and subcontractors. The following skills are required:

• Ability to prepare detailed instructions to bidders, trade‑specific clarifications, and comprehensive bid packages.
• Knowledge and understanding of unit costs and the factors that affect construction cost.
• Experience as a member of the team involved in Request for Proposal Responses (RFPs) and the formal presentation for a project.
• Contact suppliers and vendors to discuss various requests and due dates.
• Effectively and efficiently handle subcontractor requests.
• Prepare and distribute time‑sensitive materials.
• Coordinate activities of the team from bid to proposal.
• Provide consistent customer service experience with subs and vendors.
• Track and update vendor information and manage local vendor database.
• Prepare detailed estimate updates as the design evolves, including variance summaries between estimates.
• Experience writing and negotiating subcontracts.
• Willingness and desire to actively participate in Value Engineering sessions with the project and design teams.

• Experience preparing detailed conceptual cost estimates and cost studies from schematic or feasibility level documentation.
• Prepared to participate and often lead the preparation and presentation of cost and budget information to customers or owners.
• Ability to develop business with new and existing customers.

We are looking for a flexible, detail‑oriented team player who can manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:

• Excellent listening and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work both as a team player and independently.
• Computer competency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
  Prolog preferred.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Effective participation in a team environment.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, estimating software (Timberline or similar), project management software (Prolog or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• 2+ years of experience as a Commercial Construction Estimator, preferably within DPR’s Core Market projects.
• Bachelor’s degree a plus but not required.
• A strong work ethic and a “can‑do” attitude.
• This position is salaried.

DPR Construction is a forward‑thinking, self‑performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a private, employee‑owned company that has grown into a multi‑billion‑dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths, and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity, and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company, and Newsweek.

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