Concrete Estimator: Takeoffs, Bids & Turnkey Projects

NexGen Contracting, A Gray Company; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NexGen Contracting, A Gray Company, is seeking a skilled Concrete Estimator to join our growing team. Based in Franklin, TN, this role focuses on reviewing RFPs, completing quantity take-offs, compiling cost estimates, soliciting bids, and verifying scopes.

You will prepare proposals, participate in bid reviews, and assist the Senior Estimator and Preconstruction Manager. Travel up to 15% may be required; a degree in engineering or construction management and relevant experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management or closely related field.
• Minimum 4 years of related experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years of cost estimating experience on large commercial self-perform concrete projects.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, CMiC; Planswift and Sage Estimating are a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to review RFPs and prepare proposals.

Responsibilities

• Review RFPs to determine company interest in pursuits.
• Complete quantity take-offs and document reviews for cost estimates.
• Solicit bids and proposals from vendors.
• Verify scopes and level bids from vendors and suppliers.
• Prepare proposals and participate in bid review and pre-award meetings.
• Assist with project turnover after award.
• Conduct job walks to observe field conditions that may impact construction activities and potential bids.
• Negotiate bids to obtain competitive pricing from vendors and suppliers.
• Support the Senior Estimator and Preconstruction Manager as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Planning & resource management

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Mgmt

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

CMiC

Planswift

Sage Estimating

Microsoft Office

Job description

NexGen Contracting, A Gray Company, is seeking a skilled Concrete Estimator to join our growing team. Based in Franklin, TN, this role focuses on reviewing RFPs, completing quantity take-offs, compiling cost estimates, soliciting bids, and verifying scopes.

You will prepare proposals, participate in bid reviews, and assist the Senior Estimator and Preconstruction Manager. Travel up to 15% may be required; a degree in engineering or construction management and relevant experience are essential.