Construction Estimator

Sirisusa; Illinois; Remote; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SIRIS LLC seeks a motivated Estimator to support various commercial and government healthcare projects in a remote capacity. The role involves developing estimates, reviewing plans, and preparing bid packages. Successful candidates will have a degree or extensive experience in estimating and be well-versed in local regulations.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• The Estimator must possess a current professional credentialing and degree or 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to master project requirements specific to local state and federal jurisdictions.
• Competency in identifying deficiencies in contractor's work in relation to schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive estimates based on construction practices.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and review project plans.
• Prepare bid packages and ensure project scope coverage.

Skills

Communication

Software Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Estimating or related field

Job description

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Base pay range

$115,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

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ESTIMATOR [REMOTE] - BUILDING PROJECTS

Salary Range: $115,000 - $140,000 / year

Project Location: Remote

Job Type: Full-Time

Seeking a motivated Estimator to join our team to support multiple commercial, government and healthcare projects. The Estimator will report to the Program Manager as well as collaborate and assist client staff to provide data and generate reports, as a representative for the client on major construction, real property, and other special projects.

Responsibilities:

This list is not considered all-inclusive and may be modified in the specific task orders. The CM services will be used to support traditional Design-Bid-Build and Design/Build contracts.

· Develop comprehensive estimates in accordance with common construction estimating

practices and software

· Perform detailed review of project plans and specifications

· Perform quantity takeoffs for civil and structural construction activities.

· Prepare top-down conceptual and bottoms-up detailed estimates. Recognizes how various processes/project actions and assumptions may impact estimates.

· Under supervision prepares bid packages, conceptual estimates and analysis of subcontractor bids, etc. for projects.

· Perform quantity takeoffs for various types of building construction activities.

· Perform detailed review of project plans and specifications.

· Ensure entire project scope is covered in the estimate.

Qualifications:

The Estimator shall possess a current professional credentialing as an Estimator and maintenance of same throughout tenure. Acceptable credentialing includes CPE, CCP, CEP, or similarly qualified professional construction estimators.

The Estimator shall be able to quickly understand and master the requirements of the local state and federal jurisdictions and the requirements of each.

The Estimator shall possess a degree from an accredited institution of higher learning with a specialty in Estimating or evidence of three (3) years of construction estimating work experience and knowledge to compensate for the absence of higher education. Work experience may be substituted and will be reviewed for acceptability.

The Estimator must have a work experience in preparing, analyzing, and identifying incongruities and deficiencies in the contractor's work in relationship with the baseline schedule of values and monthly pay requests. Work completed shall be identified in the credentials of the individual to show competency to undertake a rigorous program in construction for cost control in all identified task order scope of work required.

The Estimator must possess Communication, Language, and Software Skills with the ability to utilize a variety of software programs to monitor, update, and produce work products by applying knowledge of computer literacy.

ABOUT SIRIS

SIRIS, LLC is a CVE-verified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) inspired by the vision of Cyrus the Great. Specializing in construction management, project management, and commissioning, SIRIS provides expert solutions across Federal, Healthcare, Cultural, Hospitality, and Higher Education sectors.

SIRIS is a trusted partner nationwide, combining technical expertise with a passion for serving clients and communities. With 30 years of combined experience managing projects from small renovations to large-scale developments, SIRIS ensures success at every stage.

MISSION:

Dedicated to excellence and reliability, SIRIS consistently delivers high-quality outcomes for healthcare, cultural, and government facilities.

JOB BENEFITS FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES:

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Seniority level

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  Mid-Senior level

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Job function

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