Construction Estimator

Konik; Tualatin (OR); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a reputable contractor as a Construction Estimator focusing on high-end millwork and fixtures. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, ensuring competitive pricing and quality project deliverables. With a strong project pipeline, the position promises clear pathways for advancement within a stable organization.

Benefits

Clear pathway for advancement

Hybrid work environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in retail or commercial construction.
• Strong understanding of Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) standards.
• Advanced skills in blueprint reading and quantity takeoffs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze job specifications and architectural drawings.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and prepare cost analyses.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and engage directly with clients.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quantity takeoff skills

Knowledge of millwork

Construction management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Wood Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

TRAX

Spectrum

Job description

Construction Estimator – Millwork & Fixtures
Minneapolis, MN | $80k - $90k | Direct Hire

Are you a detail-oriented construction professional with a passion for precision estimating and high-end millwork? This is an opportunity to join a reputable and growing national contractor that specializes in commercial and retail fixture installation.

You'll play a key role in a collaborative preconstruction team focused on delivering accurate takeoffs, timelines, and competitive pricing in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Why This Role?

• Join a respected contractor with a national footprint and a strong project pipeline
• Work closely with business development and operations leadership
• Hybrid mix of office and travel-based work
• Make a direct impact on project wins and profitability
• Clear pathway for advancement within a stable and supportive organization

Construction Estimator Responsibilities

• Analyze job specifications, architectural drawings, and RFQ documents to define scope and identify risk
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and assign estimated hours using internal time standards
• Prepare comprehensive cost analyses for labor, travel, and related expenses
• Attend pre-bid meetings and engage directly with clients as needed
• Ensure all estimates comply with internal procedures and profitability goals
• Deliver internal project briefings upon award to support seamless handoff to operations

Construction Estimator Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Wood Technology, or a related field preferred
• 3+ years of estimating experience in retail or commercial construction
• Strong understanding of Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) standards
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with or ability to learn TRAX (estimating/scheduling software) and Spectrum (accounting software)
• Advanced blueprint reading. quantity takeoff skills, knowledge of millwork, cabinetry, and fixture installation techniques

Ready to accelerate your career and make an immediate impact? Apply now and become a key part of a firm investing in its next generation of leadership.

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Konik is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.

Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.

Compensation:
$80,000-$90,000 per year