Construction Estimator - Precision Preconstruction & Bids

Keiter Builders; Springfield, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Keiter Builders seeks an experienced Estimator to produce accurate project estimates from plans and specs for commercial and industrial work. You will lead take-offs, labor calculations, and subcontractor input under the Director of Preconstruction.

You will review drawings, specs, and reports, solicit bids, analyze costs, and develop competitive budgets. The role requires 5+ years in preconstruction/estimating and strong proficiency with estimating software, especially Procore.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of preconstruction/estimating experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field preferred.
• Strong math, blueprint reading, and attention to detail.
• Proficient with estimating software; experience with Procore preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow approved estimating practices to produce comprehensive estimates.
• Review project docs including specs and drawings.
• Develop budgets with take-offs, labor calculations, and subcontractor input.
• Calculate total project costs and flag budget deviations.
• Solicit and review bids for conformance to project specs and cost.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Bid and proposal preparation; ensure bid documents are complete before client submission.
• Participate in site walkthroughs with potential subs/vendors.
• Complete de-scoping of vendor/subcontractor proposals.

Skills

Estimating knowledge (commercial/ind./

Reading blueprints

Math skills

Attention to detail

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

Keiter Builders seeks an experienced Estimator to produce accurate project estimates from plans and specs for commercial and industrial work. You will lead take-offs, labor calculations, and subcontractor input under the Director of Preconstruction.

You will review drawings, specs, and reports, solicit bids, analyze costs, and develop competitive budgets. The role requires 5+ years in preconstruction/estimating and strong proficiency with estimating software, especially Procore.