Construction Estimator: Path to Senior Preconstruction

Collective/Great States; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% discount at Collective Property Mg

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance, hospital indemnity, E2

Flexible time off and 9 paid holidays

Paid volunteer hours

Cell phone reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Great States Construction is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for multi-family and commercial construction projects from our Fargo, ND office. You will do quantity takeoffs, gather subcontractor quotes, and assemble bid proposals from concept to bid, with a path toward senior estimating leadership.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of estimating experience, familiarity with Bluebeam/Excel/Procore, and a bachelor’s in a related field.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of construction estimating experience; multi-family estimating experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, means and methods, and cost drivers.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications for multi-family and commercial projects.
• Solicit, track, and level subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure complete and competitive scope coverage.
• Assemble complete bid proposals and cost estimates spanning all divisions, from conceptual budgeting through hard bid.
• Perform material, labor, and equipment cost analysis; identify value-engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare and issue subcontractor bid packages, scope sheets, and bid clarifications.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walks; document existing conditions, scope, and assumptions.

Skills

Estimating

Reading drawings

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Procore

Job description

Great States Construction is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for multi-family and commercial construction projects from our Fargo, ND office. You will do quantity takeoffs, gather subcontractor quotes, and assemble bid proposals from concept to bid, with a path toward senior estimating leadership.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of estimating experience, familiarity with Bluebeam/Excel/Procore, and a bachelor’s in a related field.