Construction Estimator

Odyssey Contracting Corp; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Estimator in Garner, North Carolina. The role involves producing accurate estimates for residential and light commercial projects, managing scope validation, and collaborating closely with Sales to ensure project success. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in construction estimating and proficiency in material takeoffs. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to project execution while maintaining margin protection.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction estimating.
• Strong analytical skills to assess project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for residential and light commercial projects.
• Review and clarify scopes developed by Sales.
• Apply approved pricing models to ensure margins.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor bids.
• Work closely with Sales for pricing refinement.

Skills

Construction estimating experience

Understanding of residential/light commercial construction

Proficiency in material takeoffs

Analytical skills

Job description

Odyssey Contracting is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Estimator responsible for producing accurate, disciplined estimates that protect margin, reduce risk, and support smooth project execution. This role owns the technical pricing and scope validation between Sales and Production.

Responsibilities

• Estimating & Takeoffs: Prepare detailed estimates for residential and light commercial projects, performing material takeoffs based on plans.
• Scope Development: Review scopes developed by Sales for completeness, clarify inclusions/exclusions, and prevent scope gaps.
• Pricing & Margin Protection: Apply approved pricing models and identify cost risks to ensure estimates meet gross margin thresholds.
• Vendor Coordination: Solicit and evaluate subcontractor bids, validating scopes prior to inclusion in estimates.
• Sales & Production Support: Work closely with Sales on pricing refinement and support Project Managers with pre-construction clarification.

Requirements

3+ years of construction estimating experience, strong understanding of residential/light commercial construction, proficiency in material takeoffs, and strong analytical skills.