Construction Estimator – JOC/eGordian Projects

Nichols Contracting Inc.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health insurance

PTO

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Vision insurance

Job summary

Nichols Contracting, Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, comprehensive cost estimates for a range of commercial projects. You will collaborate with project managers, architects, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure all costs are captured and projects stay within budget.

Responsibilities include developing eGordian bid packages, maintaining cost databases, and pursuing JOC opportunities in the DMV and Florida regions with a dedicated regional support team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of construction estimating experience in a general contracting environment.
• Proficiency with estimating software and MS Office; ability to develop and maintain cost databases.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specs to understand scope and drive accurate estimates.
• Conduct site visits to gather information for bids and budgets.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracts.
• Coordinate with PMs, architects, engineers, and suppliers to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Develop bid packages and price schedules; monitor costs to stay on budget.

Skills

Estimator experience

Construction knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field

Tools

ProEst

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

Job description

Nichols Contracting, Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, comprehensive cost estimates for a range of commercial projects. You will collaborate with project managers, architects, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure all costs are captured and projects stay within budget.

Responsibilities include developing eGordian bid packages, maintaining cost databases, and pursuing JOC opportunities in the DMV and Florida regions with a dedicated regional support team.