Commercial Construction Estimator – Preconstruction Pro

Actalent; Sioux Falls (SD); In loco; USD 74.501.000 - 103.155.000; Tempo pieno

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Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO/Vacation/Sick Leave

Descrizione del lavoro

Actalent is seeking a Commercial Construction Project Estimator in Sioux Falls, SD to turn complex plans into winning proposals. You will develop accurate, competitive estimates for commercial projects, guiding decision-making with detailed takeoffs and risk assessments.

You will collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to refine pricing, address scope gaps, and deliver high-quality bid packages that help our growing team win work.

Competenze

• Experience estimating commercial construction projects from concept through bid submission.
• Strong knowledge of quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, bid preparation, and estimating best practices.
• Proficiency with estimating software and digital construction tools.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience soliciting, reviewing, and leveling subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships with internal and external partners.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, market conditions, and industry standards.

Mansioni

• Analyze project drawings, specifications, and bid documents to develop accurate and comprehensive cost estimates.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted scopes.
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from subcontractors and vendors to ensure competitive and complete project coverage.
• Compare and level subcontractor proposals, assessing pricing, scope, qualifications, and value.
• Prepare organized, professional estimates and bid packages that support profitable project pursuits.
• Partner with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to clarify scope, resolve discrepancies, and refine pricing strategies.
• Assess project risks, construction methods, and market conditions to support informed estimating decisions.
• Clearly communicate assumptions, inclusions, exclusions, and pricing considerations to internal stakeholders.
• Manage multiple bids simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Contribute ideas that improve estimating processes, workflows, tools, and overall team efficiency.

Conoscenze

Quantity takeoffs

Cost analysis

Estimating best practices

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Strumenti

Estimating software

Construction technology tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Actalent is seeking a Commercial Construction Project Estimator in Sioux Falls, SD to turn complex plans into winning proposals. You will develop accurate, competitive estimates for commercial projects, guiding decision-making with detailed takeoffs and risk assessments.

You will collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to refine pricing, address scope gaps, and deliver high-quality bid packages that help our growing team win work.