Construction Estimator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/remote flexibility

Relocation assistance

Competitive benefits

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

Trillium Staffing is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator for a direct-hire position in Wilmington, NC. The ideal candidate will handle takeoffs, scopes, bid analysis, and subcontractor bidding for commercial and government projects.

Join a team with a 80/20 hybrid schedule, relocation assistance, and competitive benefits. The role requires 3+ years of estimating experience and familiarity with RSMeans or similar tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial and/or federal construction estimating experience.
• Associate's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience with RSMeans and/or e4Clicks preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, and bid requirements.

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.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Team-oriented

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

RSMeans

e4Clicks

Job description

Trillium Staffing is looking for a Construction Estimator for a direct hire opportunity in Wilmington NC

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

Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication
• 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 - ideally 80% In-Office / 20% WFH
• Relocation assistance available
• Competitive benefits
• Family-oriented company culture
• Opportunity to work on commercial and government projects

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.