Commercial Construction Estimator

gpac LLC.; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Bonus Potential

PTO

401K/Profit Sharing

Job summary

gpac LLC is seeking a meticulous Commercial Construction Estimator in Montana, handling projects from $10M to $60M. You will analyze drawings, perform quantity take-offs, prepare budgets and schedules, and build relationships with subs to price accurately.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of estimating for a commercial general contractor on public projects, strong MS Office skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an estimator for a commercial general contractor on public projects.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Highly self-motivated, organized, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates at various stages of development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specifications, and addenda to define a clear and detailed scope of work.
• Perform accurate quantity take-offs and develop thorough cost estimates, project budgets, and construction schedules.
• Communicate and build strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors to obtain competitive pricing and ensure accurate proposals.
• Attend preconstruction meetings to gather project information and build connections with architects, engineers, and clients.
• Collaborate with project teams to prepare and submit comprehensive, competitive bid proposals.
• Suggest value engineering strategies when appropriate.
• Develop and maintain a database of unit costs, historical pricing, and vendor contacts.

Skills

Estimating experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Time management

Bid development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Blue Beam

Procore

Job description

Are you a meticulous, detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision and a deep understanding of commercial construction? We're seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to join our growing team, working on projects ranging from $10 million to $60 million.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specifications, and addenda to define a clear and detailed scope of work
• Perform accurate quantity take-offs and develop thorough cost estimates, project budgets, and construction schedules
• Communicate and build strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors to obtain competitive pricing and ensure accurate proposals
• Attend preconstruction meetings to gather project information and build connections with architects, engineers, and clients
• Collaborate with project teams to prepare and submit comprehensive, competitive bid proposals
• Suggest value engineering strategies when appropriate
• Develop and maintain a database of unit costs, historical pricing, and vendor contacts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an estimator for a commercial general contractor on public projects (REQUIRED)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Highly self-motivated, organized, and able to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple estimates at various stages of development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred (Nice To Have)

• Field experience in commercial construction
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Building Science, or related field
• Experience with Blue Beam, Procore, and other estimating software

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation tailored to your experience and skill set
• Full benefits package
• Bonus Potential
• PTO
• 401K/Profit Sharing

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.