Construction Estimator II — Bid & Cost Expert

SST Direct; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is actively recruiting an Estimator II for a direct-hire opportunity in North Carolina. The role develops accurate construction estimates from preliminary stages through final bid, collaborating with project management, engineering, procurement, vendors, and subcontractors.

Ideal candidate has construction estimating experience, strong math and analytical skills, and advanced Excel abilities. College background in Construction Management or Engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experienced in construction estimating processes from concept to bid.
• College or career background in CM/Engineering preferred.
• Proficient in Excel and estimating software.
• Strong math, analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Review drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and project documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, including area and volume calculations.
• Identify project risks, conflicts, and unknowns and prepare RFIs.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Develop scopes of work, budgets, estimates, and bid packages.
• Clearly communicate pricing methodology and estimate assumptions.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Regional Managers, engineers, procurement, and subcontractors.
• Complete estimate handoffs to operations following successful awards.
• Meet bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Construction estimating

Excel

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College education in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades is actively recruiting an Estimator II for a direct-hire opportunity in North Carolina. The role develops accurate construction estimates from preliminary stages through final bid, collaborating with project management, engineering, procurement, vendors, and subcontractors.

Ideal candidate has construction estimating experience, strong math and analytical skills, and advanced Excel abilities. College background in Construction Management or Engineering is preferred.