Construction Estimator: Lead Accurate Bids & Project Coordination

Scott’s Fencing; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Scott’s Fencing Co., Inc. in Albuquerque is seeking a Construction Estimator to develop accurate project estimates, review plans and specifications, and move awarded projects from the estimating stage through completion.

The ideal candidate understands construction estimating, pays close attention to detail, and can manage multiple projects at once, working with customers, vendors, and our field and production teams to ensure proper pricing and successful execution.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction estimating or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Experience performing material takeoffs.
• Strong Excel skills for pricing and estimating.

Responsibilities

• Review construction plans, blueprints, specifications, and project documents.
• Complete material and labor takeoffs and identify the requirements of each project.
• Prepare detailed estimates and competitive bids using Excel-based pricing tools.
• Review project costs and pricing to help maintain appropriate margins.
• Communicate with customers to clarify project requirements and develop an appropriate scope of work.
• Coordinate with field and production leadership once a project is awarded.
• Help establish project schedules and monitor progress through completion.
• Review changes in scope and assist with change order pricing and documentation.
• Track project costs, invoicing, and outstanding payments through final closeout.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, takeoffs, pricing, and completed projects.
• Manage multiple estimates and active projects while maintaining accurate follow-through.

Skills

Construction estimating

Plan reading

Excel / spreadsheet estimating

Communication with customers

Organizational skills

Time management

Driver's license

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

CAD

Estimating software

Job description

Scott’s Fencing Co., Inc. in Albuquerque is seeking a Construction Estimator to develop accurate project estimates, review plans and specifications, and move awarded projects from the estimating stage through completion.

The ideal candidate understands construction estimating, pays close attention to detail, and can manage multiple projects at once, working with customers, vendors, and our field and production teams to ensure proper pricing and successful execution.