Construction Cost Estimator — Remote/Hybrid

Construction Support Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 days Paid Time Off (first year)

3% 401(k) company match

Company-subsidized medical insurance

Optional dental insurance

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Construction Support Solutions is seeking an experienced Construction Cost Estimator to support our preconstruction team from a remote locale with occasional travel to Avon Lake, OH. You will prepare reliable cost estimates across design stages, perform quantity takeoffs, and analyze pricing with a collaborative team of engineers and project managers.

The role demands 3–5 years of estimating experience, MEP focus, CSI knowledge, and strong math and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 3–5 years of construction estimating or preconstruction experience.
• Hands-on experience estimating MEP systems.
• Knowledge of CSI divisions and construction cost organization.
• Proficiency with PlanSwift or comparable digital takeoff software.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in the Avon Lake office regularly with a hybrid schedule when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Produce conceptual, preliminary, and detailed construction cost estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications, and docs to determine project scope.
• Complete accurate quantity takeoffs for architectural, structural, civil, and MEP components.
• Prepare detailed estimates for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Utilize PlanSwift and similar digital takeoff software to improve estimating efficiency.
• Develop estimates using CSI MasterFormat divisions and industry standards.
• Research labor rates, material costs, subcontractor pricing, and equipment expenses.
• Assist with feasibility reviews, value engineering, budgeting, and cost validation.
• Update and maintain estimating databases and historical pricing information.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and project managers throughout estimating.
• Deliver high-quality estimates while meeting deadlines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong math abilities

Organizational skills

Excellent written/verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related

Tools

PlanSwift

Digital takeoff software

Job description

Construction Support Solutions is seeking an experienced Construction Cost Estimator to support our preconstruction team from a remote locale with occasional travel to Avon Lake, OH. You will prepare reliable cost estimates across design stages, perform quantity takeoffs, and analyze pricing with a collaborative team of engineers and project managers.

The role demands 3–5 years of estimating experience, MEP focus, CSI knowledge, and strong math and communication skills.