Construction Estimator – Takeoffs, Bids & ESOP

Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI); Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentive bonus plan

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement savings plan with 1:

Medical, prescription drug, dental, &

Job summary

Performance Contracting Group in Memphis, TN seeks an experienced Estimator to price PCI's diverse scopes of work and support preconstruction efforts. The role involves performing quantitative takeoffs, establishing labor productivities, coordinating with vendors and subcontractors, and participating in bid reviews.

Strong communication and cost-analysis skills are essential for success. The position emphasizes teamwork and proficiency with estimation tools such as On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid,

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of estimating construction projects.
• Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes.
• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings.
• Proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented with cost analysis skills.
• Ability to read project schedules to determine sequencing.
• Proficiency with takeoff/estimating software (On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid).
• Proficiency with MS Office; Bluebeam Revu, Procore, PlanSwift.
• Understanding of estimating techniques and bidding process.
• Teamwork and ability to work independently.
• Willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative takeoffs on construction projects.
• Establish labor productivities for estimate.
• Maintain positive relationships with area vendors for competitive material and equipment pricing.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for work done outside of our self-performing group.
• Understand market conditions including backlog, risk, and margins.
• Involvement in internal bid reviews with supervisors and project teams.
• Participate in customer alignment objectives by maintaining positive relations.
• Contract administration for secured projects.
• Utilize wage and benefit schedules.
• Handoff secured projects to the Operations team.
• Assist in change order management or billings.
• Support Estimating team for product line collaboration.

Skills

Quantitative takeoffs

Labor productivity estimation

Cost analysis

Customer relationships

Communication skills

Reading drawings/specs

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Learning new skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Quick Bid

Excel

Word

Bluebeam Revu

Procore

PlanSwift

Job description

Performance Contracting Group in Memphis, TN seeks an experienced Estimator to price PCI's diverse scopes of work and support preconstruction efforts. The role involves performing quantitative takeoffs, establishing labor productivities, coordinating with vendors and subcontractors, and participating in bid reviews.

Strong communication and cost-analysis skills are essential for success. The position emphasizes teamwork and proficiency with estimation tools such as On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid,