Commercial Construction Estimator

Aventure Staffing; Spencer (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Paid Personal Day

Job summary

Aventure Staffing is partnering with a premier construction leader in the Northwest Iowa region to recruit a Commercial Construction Estimator. This role focuses on pre-construction cost analysis and strategic bidding for diverse builds, influencing large-scale developments.

The estmator will build detailed estimates, review specs, and collaborate with vendors to ensure budget accuracy and competitive bids. DOE and competitive pay guide compensation; travel to job sites may be required.

Qualifications

• 2–4 year college degree in CM/Engineering or related field.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to construction sites.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and internet resources.

Responsibilities

• Build detailed labor and material estimates.
• Quantify materials and labor to ensure budget accuracy.
• Research specifications to craft winning bid strategies.
• Review and interpret project plans and technical specs.
• Identify project requirements and potential red-flag site conditions.
• Disseminate vital information to vendors and partners.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Perform other duties as assigned by executive team.

Skills

Planning

Problem solving

Organization

Communication

Travel

Education

2–4 year degree in Construction Management/Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Commercial Construction Estimator Competitive Pay DOE Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm

Aventure Staffing is partnering with a premier construction leader in the Northwest Iowa region. We are seeking a detail-oriented Commercial Construction Estimator to play a pivotal role in the pre-construction phase. In this position, you will leverage your expertise to provide accurate cost analysis and strategic bidding for diverse builds. If you are looking for a collaborative environment where your technical precision directly influences the success of large-scale developments, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Build detailed labor and material estimates.
• Quantify materials and labor to ensure budget accuracy.
• Research specifications to help craft winning bid strategies.
• Review and interpret project plans and technical specs.
• Identify project requirements and potential "red flag" site conditions.
• Disseminate vital information to vendors and partners.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Perform any special assignments, additional projects, or other job-related duties as may be necessary to carry out the responsibilities of this position as required by the executive team.

Requirements

• 2–4-year college degree in relevant field such as Construction Management, Engineering, Architectural Design, and/or equivalent work experience
• Strong planning, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong organizations skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to travel to various construction sites
• Working knowledge of computers, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and internet resources

Benefits and Pay

• Competitive Pay, depending on experience.
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Personal Day
• and more.

Aventure Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A drug screen and background may be required.