Construction Estimator: Design/Build & Negotiated Bids

horstgroup; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Generous 401K match and profit-sharing

Generous Vacation Policy

Tuition Assistance

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Horst Construction is seeking motivated Estimators to join our team in Lancaster County, PA. As a fifth‑generation, family‑owned company, we value long‑term growth, professional development, and a culture of respect and collaboration.

You will estimate competitive bids, design/build and negotiated projects with attention to accuracy and efficiency. Responsibilities include reviewing plans and specs, defining scopes, coordinating with project managers, and preparing bid packages.

Qualifications

• Three years commercial construction estimating experience preferred.
• Knowledge of CSI codes and materials.
• Ability to read blueprints, specifications and contract documents.
• Familiarity with current estimating software (Timberline) and on-screen take-off.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for management review.
• Review plans, specifications and contract documents; perform pre-bid investigations.
• Prepare estimates for all design/build phases and for negotiated or competitive bids.
• Define scope of work for trades and self-perform portions of the project.
• Contribute value engineering options.
• Review proposals to determine completeness and best price.
• Collaborate with Project Manager on pre-bid and post-bid decisions.
• Prepare subcontractor/supplier bid lists and obtain multiple quotations.
• Verify licensing and any additional requirements.
• Enter estimates into the proprietary system.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Estimating software

Takeoffs

Collaboration with PM

Tools

Timberline

Job description

Horst Construction is seeking motivated Estimators to join our team in Lancaster County, PA. As a fifth‑generation, family‑owned company, we value long‑term growth, professional development, and a culture of respect and collaboration.

You will estimate competitive bids, design/build and negotiated projects with attention to accuracy and efficiency. Responsibilities include reviewing plans and specs, defining scopes, coordinating with project managers, and preparing bid packages.