Construction Estimator

Insight Global; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Construction Estimator for residential maintenance, renovation, and new home projects in Nashville, TN. You will review plans, specifications, and site conditions to prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for competitive proposals.

The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, with 2+ years in high-end residential estimating, strong Excel skills, and the ability to read drawings and contracts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction estimating experience in custom single-family construction.
• Experience preparing detailed project estimates.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, labor productivity, and building systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Prepare detailed takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Develop project budgets and bid proposals for maintenance, renovation, and construction projects.
• Collaborate field teams to ensure estimates align with project execution plans.
• Analyze historical project data and market trends to improve estimating accuracy.
• Identify project risks and cost-saving alternatives.
• Assist with change order pricing and project cost forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure estimates comply with company standards, safety requirements, and client expectations.

Skills

Construction estimating

Reading drawings

Excel

Estimating software

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Job Description

Position SummaryThe Construction Estimator is responsible for accurately estimating project costs for residential maintenance, renovation, repair, and construction projects. This individual will review plans, specifications, scopes of work, and site conditions to prepare detailed cost estimates and project budgets. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced in evaluating labor, materials, subcontractor pricing, and project risks to ensure profitable and competitive proposals.

Key Responsibilities

• Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Prepare detailed takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Develop project budgets and bid proposals for maintenance, renovation, and construction projects.
• Collaborate field teams to ensure estimates align with project execution plans.
• Analyze historical project data and market trends to improve estimating accuracy.
• Identify project risks and cost-saving alternatives.
• Assist with change order pricing and project cost forecasting throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure estimates comply with company standards, safety requirements, and client expectations.

Skills and Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction estimating experience in custom single-family construction, within premium, luxury, or high-end residential environment
• Demonstrated experience preparing detailed project estimates.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, labor productivity, and building systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].