Construction Estimator

Trillium Construction Services; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Hybrid/remote flexibility

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

Trillium Construction Services in Wilmington, NC seeks an experienced Construction Estimator to prepare accurate estimates for commercial and federal projects. You will perform takeoffs, develop scopes, and solicit subcontractor pricing.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of estimating experience, strong knowledge of plans and bid requirements, and proficiency with RSMeans or e4Clicks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial and/or federal estimating experience.
• Strong understanding of plans, specs, and bid requirements.
• Experience with takeoffs and bid analysis.
• Experience developing scopes and soliciting subcontractor pricing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates, takeoffs, and bid proposals.
• Develop scopes of work and solicit subcontractor/vendor pricing.
• Build and maintain qualified subcontractor bid lists.
• Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid requirements.
• Analyze bids and identify scope gaps, risks, and exclusions.
• Develop RFIs and bid clarifications.
• Incorporate value-engineering opportunities.
• Conduct bid-day analysis and ensure adequate trade coverage.
• Follow up on bids and budgets with Architects and Construction Managers.
• Assist with project buyout and turnover to the Project Manager.

Skills

Estimating

Bid analysis

Takeoffs

Subcontractor relations

MS Office

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

RSMeans

e4Clicks

Job description

Work Arrangement

Hybrid/Remote Considered | Ideally 80% In-Office / 20% WFH

Relocation Assistance

Available

About the Company

Our client is a design-build General Contractor with expertise in Interior Design and ICT services. Since 1992, they have specialized in Federal, State, and Municipal Government construction, expanding into Commercial Construction in 2020. Headquartered in Wilmington, NC, they have completed projects throughout the U.S. and overseas.

The company values integrity, innovation, trust, and excellence, while promoting a strong work-life balance and family-oriented culture.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator for our client in Wilmington, NC. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience estimating U.S.-based commercial and/or federal construction projects and experience with takeoffs, subcontractor bidding, scope development, and bid analysis.

• Qualifications 3+ years of commercial and/or federal construction estimating experience required
• 5+ years preferred in commercial, institutional, or military construction
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience
• Experience with RSMeans and/or e4Clicks preferred
• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, and bid requirements
• Experience performing detailed takeoffs
• Strong subcontractor and vendor relationships preferred
• Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate estimates, takeoffs, and bid proposals
• Develop scopes of work and solicit subcontractor/vendor pricing
• Build and maintain qualified subcontractor bid lists
• Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid requirements
• Analyze bids and identify scope gaps, risks, and exclusions
• Develop RFIs and bid clarifications
• Incorporate value-engineering opportunities
• Conduct bid-day analysis and ensure adequate trade coverage
• Follow up on bids and budgets with Architects and Construction Managers
• Assist with project buyout and turnover to the Project Manager
• Review awarded project costs and coordinate subcontractor/vendor awards
• Participate in site visits and pre-bid meetings
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and construction-related software
• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented
• Performance Expectations 100% of bids submitted by deadline
• 95% of awarded projects turned over within 24 hours
• 95% of estimates completed with zero scope gaps
• Compensation & Benefits $80,000–$100,000 salary
• Hybrid/remote flexibility
• Relocation assistance available
• Family-oriented company culture
• Opportunity to work on commercial and government projects