Construction Estimator - Multifamily GMP Budgets

Gorman & Company; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Lifestyle spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Gorman is seeking a Construction Estimator to develop budgets for multifamily projects from concept through GMP. You will work with Development, Architecture, and Construction teams to produce detailed estimates, conduct quantity takeoffs, and analyze drawings and pricing from subcontractors.

The role is in-office and requires 3+ years of estimating experience. Proficiency with Excel and estimating software is essential, with knowledge of CSI MasterFormat a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction estimating experience with a general contractor
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings and specifications
• Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, materials, subcontractor scopes, and CSI MasterFormat
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and digital takeoff/estimating software
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Experience with multifamily, affordable housing, historic renovation, GMP delivery, or other complex construction projects is a plus
• Familiarity with Davis-Bacon, prevailing wage, Section 3, BABA, LIHTC, or HUD-funded projects is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop project budgets from concept through GMP, including detailed estimates at key design milestones
• Perform quantity takeoffs across CSI divisions and analyze drawings and specifications
• Gather, level, and analyze subcontractor and supplier pricing, identifying scope gaps and cost risks
• Maintain budget reports, contingencies, and pricing documentation while tracking changes
• Coordinate value engineering, constructability, and cost-saving opportunities with teams
• Prepare estimates and documentation for project handoff, buyout, and construction

Skills

Reading architectural drawings

Reading structural drawings

Excel proficiency

Digital takeoff software

Estimating software

Budget development

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Digital takeoff software

Estimating software

Job description

Gorman is seeking a Construction Estimator to develop budgets for multifamily projects from concept through GMP. You will work with Development, Architecture, and Construction teams to produce detailed estimates, conduct quantity takeoffs, and analyze drawings and pricing from subcontractors.

The role is in-office and requires 3+ years of estimating experience. Proficiency with Excel and estimating software is essential, with knowledge of CSI MasterFormat a plus.