Construction Estimator

Max-Tech, Inc.; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Structis Construction Solutions Group is seeking a Construction Estimator in the Southeast region to prepare budgets for multifamily, commercial, and residential projects. The role involves taking off square footage, downloading plans, and generating bid proposals using estimating software.

Ideal candidates have 2–3+ years of estimating experience, a college degree is a plus, and strong skills in CAD, Planswift, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years estimating experience
• College degree a plus
• Excellent MS Word, Excel and Outlook skills
• Computer Aided Design and blueprint reading
• Working knowledge of Planswift a plus
• Independent, multitasker with deadline-oriented focus
• Strong planning, organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Estimate/take off square footage for multi-family developments within a specialty contractor scope
• Download plans and perform takeoffs; enter data into estimating software for bid proposals
• Communicate with contractors, PMs, estimators and architects to gather information
• Multitask effectively to provide bids before deadlines
• Coordinate with sales staff on bid process
• Coordinate material and labor takeoffs in estimating database

Skills

Estimating experience

Blueprint reading

Multitasking

Communication

Education

College degree

Tools

Planswift

CAD

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Job description

Construction Estimator

Southeast Region

Structis Construction Solutions Group provides answers to floor underlayment needs and sound control issues. With experienced, qualified crews, and premier products, we are flooring experts. Our solid financial backing and unrivaled reputation means we are committed to building strong relationships with the clients we serve.

Our Opportunity

Immediate opening for a Construction Estimator. The Construction Estimator will assist in the preparation of budgets for multifamily, commercial and residential construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimation/take off of square footage for multi family developments for a specialty concrete subcontractor (Gyp-Crete and exterior pump mix).
• Download digital plans and perform take off of square footage of items within our scope. Enter into estimating software and provide bid proposal.
• Communicate via email and phone with contractors, PM, estimators and architects as needed in order to acquire correct information in order to provide a accurate take off and bid proposal.
• Ability to multitask and work with critical time restraints to provide bids before deadline.
• Work with sales staff on bid process.
• Coordinate Material and Labor takeoffs in Estimating database

Ideal Candidate Should Have

• 2-3+ years estimating experience
• College Degree a plus
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Computer Aided Design, Blueprint reading
• Working knowledge of Planswift a plus
• Enjoy working independently and multitasking in a deadline-oriented department
• Excellent planning, organizational and communication skills necessary.

What’s In It For Me?

• Our team is extremely talented, passionate and supportive
• We promote and support balance, family, wellness and giving back to our community
• We support continued professional development
• Total compensation package with competitive starting salary, benefits and growth opportunities