Commercial Construction Estimator & Value Engineer

Jobtailor; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

JobTailor is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator for commercial projects in Missouri. You will read plans, perform takeoffs, develop estimates, and manage bid forms and subcontractor proposals while maintaining accurate pricing.

The role requires collaboration with clients and design teams to clarify scope and ensure regulatory compliance. You will track changes, forecast costs, and assist in scheduling and change-order documentation, with attention to quarterly pricing reviews and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial construction estimation required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Operations, or similar preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Define commercial project scope and understand client requirements.
• Read and interpret building plans and specifications.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and unit cost analysis from drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Obtain and complete all project bid forms.
• Solicit, obtain, and evaluate sub-contractor proposals for accuracy and completeness.
• Track changes, maintain a living estimate, and manage cost forecasting throughout the project.
• Perform site visits as necessary.
• Interact with clients and design professionals to clarify the exact scope.
• Provide value engineering.
• Assist in the preparation of estimates and documentation for change orders.
• Assist in project scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, codes, and contractual requirements.
• Maintain accurate pricing structure – Review on a quarterly basis.
• Prepare and submit proposals to the Director of Construction/VP for approval.
• Submit and track estimate statuses with the client(s).
• Participate in calls with Clients to clarify estimates as needed.

Skills

Building Plans Interpretation

Unit Cost Analysis

Bid Form Completion

Sub-Contractor Proposal Evaluation

Cost Forecasting

Change Order Documentation

Pricing Structure Maintenance

Education

BA/BS in Construction Management or related

Job description

JobTailor is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator for commercial projects in Missouri. You will read plans, perform takeoffs, develop estimates, and manage bid forms and subcontractor proposals while maintaining accurate pricing.

The role requires collaboration with clients and design teams to clarify scope and ensure regulatory compliance. You will track changes, forecast costs, and assist in scheduling and change-order documentation, with attention to quarterly pricing reviews and