Construction Estimator - Louisville, KY

DMK Development Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus program

401(k) with employer match

Health Insurance

Dental insurance

Vision Insurance

Employer paid life insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

7 paid holidays

Referral program

Holidays

Referral program

Job summary

A leading construction and real-estate firm in Louisville is seeking an Estimator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include preparing bid packages and reviewing project specifications. The company offers competitive pay, a bonus program, and comprehensive health insurance. Join us to contribute to exciting senior housing projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university or equivalent experience.
• Professional, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Proficiency in relevant software applications.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and follow up effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bid packages and manage bid administration.
• Review bid requirements and develop RFIs.
• Perform bid day analysis to ensure pricing accuracy.
• Collaborate with field operations to align bids with schedules.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Turn over awarded projects to Project Management with complete bid documentation.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Detail-oriented

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Sage

AutoCAD

PlanSwift

Job description

Overview

DMK Development Group is an industry leading construction and real-estate development firm founded in 2007, specializing in senior housing. We are looking to bring on an Estimator to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare bid packages, solicit subcontractor proposals, and manage bid administration
• Review bid requirements, drawings, and specifications; develop RFIs and clarifications
• Perform bid day analysis and scope reviews to ensure accurate pricing
• Collaborate with field operations to align bids with project schedules
• Follow up on submitted bids and budgets with architects, project managers, and owners
• Turn over awarded projects to Project Management with complete bid documentation
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
• Continuously improve departmental processes and systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Sage (AutoCAD and PlanSwift a plus)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and follow up effectively
• Professional, self-motivated, and detail-oriented with a collaborative mindset

Why Join DMK Development?

• Competitive pay
• Bonus program
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health Insurance – employee paid for by employer
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Additional life insurance, short-term disability insurance options
• Cell phone allowance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 7 paid holidays
• Referral program

DMK Development Group is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.