Commercial Masonry Estimator - Growth & Competitive Pay

Gilder Search Group; Wickliffe (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Disability Coverage

Professional Development

Career Growth

Job summary

Gilder Search Group in Wickliffe, OH is seeking a Masonry Estimator to lead estimating and bidding for brick, block/CMU, stone, cast stone, precast, and related masonry scopes on commercial projects. The role analyzes drawings, performs detailed takeoffs, and develops labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for competitive bid proposals.

The position reviews construction documents, coordinates supplier quotes, and prepares complete bid proposals.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial masonry construction.
• Experience estimating brick, block/CMU, stone, cast stone, precast, and related masonry systems.
• Knowledge of masonry installation methods, labor requirements, production rates, and construction practices.
• Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs, material takeoffs, and cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze architectural and structural drawings, specifications, bid documents, addenda, and contract requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity and material takeoffs for brick, block/CMU, stone, cast stone, precast, and related masonry systems.
• Develop comprehensive cost estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project costs.
• Determine labor requirements, production rates, and productivity assumptions based on project scope and conditions.
• Solicit, review, and evaluate supplier, vendor, and subcontractor pricing.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Prepare competitive bid proposals and complete estimates according to established bid schedules and deadlines.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkthroughs as needed.
• Collaborate with Project Management and Operations during project handoff and turnover.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and productivity data.
• Assist with conceptual budgets, negotiated work, and design-build opportunities.
• Track upcoming bid opportunities and support business development activities.

Skills

Estimating

Reading drawings

Bid proposals

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gilder Search Group in Wickliffe, OH is seeking a Masonry Estimator to lead estimating and bidding for brick, block/CMU, stone, cast stone, precast, and related masonry scopes on commercial projects. The role analyzes drawings, performs detailed takeoffs, and develops labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for competitive bid proposals.

The position reviews construction documents, coordinates supplier quotes, and prepares complete bid proposals.