Construction Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A commercial stone masonry subcontractor is seeking a Project Manager / Estimator to manage awarded contracts and estimate project costs. The role requires strong organizational skills and experience in project management within the construction industry. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, which ranges from $65,000 to $110,000, along with health insurance and paid vacation.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Two Weeks Paid Vacation

Annual Performance-Based Bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and estimating in construction or a related field.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform digital takeoffs using Bluebeam.
• Create takeoff reports and formal bid proposals.
• Manage material procurement and track orders.
• Oversee monthly billing and lien waiver submissions.

Skills

Project management

Estimating in construction

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Bluebeam

Job description

Overview

About the Company: We are a well-established commercial stone masonry subcontractor with over 30 years of delivering high-quality craftsmanship. Specializing exclusively in commercial construction, we focus on both new construction and restoration projects throughout the DC/MD/VA region.

Our core capabilities include:

• Custom-cut granite and marble facades and flooring
• Rubble and building stone facades

Certified as a DBE/MBE in VA, MD, and through WMATA, and affiliated with union labor, we bring deep expertise in managing large-scale, government-backed construction and restoration projects.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Project Manager / Estimator to join our team. This hybrid role involves estimating project costs and managing awarded contracts from inception through completion. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Estimator responsibilities include:
• Perform digital takeoffs using Bluebeam.
• Analyze bid documents (drawings, specifications, scope sheets).
• Create takeoff reports, detailed estimates, and formal bid proposals.
• Communicate with vendors/suppliers to gather material pricing.
• Follow up with clients on submitted bids.
• Ceramic and porcelain tile installations (a small portion of total work).
• Review and interpret contract scopes.
• Coordinate and submit project submittals in collaboration with general contractors.
• Manage material procurement and track orders.
• Maintain organized job folders and submittal packages for field teams.
• Serve as liaison between general contractors and internal office/field staff.
• Oversee monthly billing and lien waiver submissions.
• Manage project closeout, including punch list resolution and final invoicing.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and estimating in construction or related field.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Salary: $65,000 – $110,000
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Two Weeks Paid Vacation
• Annual Performance-Based Bonuses

Culture & Projects

1. Collaborative Work Culture Our close-knit team values open communication and long-term commitment—most staff have been with us for over 15 years, creating a supportive and loyal environment.

2. Work-Life Balance This fully in-person role respects personal needs. Occasional time off is encouraged to help employees manage personal responsibilities.

3. Exciting, High-Profile Projects We’re proud to contribute to prestigious government projects. Highlights include:

• Stone installation at Metro stations for Silver Line Phase I
• Historic façade restoration on K Street (1930s building)
• Stone veneer work on South Capitol Street Bridge
• Granite pillar repairs at the WWII Memorial
• Restoration of 30,000+ linear feet of historic stone guard walls along the George Washington Memorial Parkway