Construction Project Estimator

Riley Construction; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Pleasant working environment

Job summary

Riley Construction in Wisconsin seeks a Project Estimator to analyze project specifications and prepare detailed cost estimates. This role involves leading the estimation process and collaborating with subcontractors and a dedicated team.

Responsibilities include review of drawings, quantity take-offs, and risk assessment, along with maintaining relationships with subcontractors. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years in construction estimation. Join an established firm fostering humility, integrity, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in project estimation.
• Ability to review proposals, drawings, and specifications for scope of work.
• Experience in developing relationships with subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints and specifications to prepare estimates.
• Lead the project estimation process with a cross-functional team.
• Review and incorporate historical data for estimates.
• Perform computerized quantity take-offs.
• Collaborate with pre-construction coordinators.
• Identify scope risks and potential issues.

Skills

Strong math skills

Commercial construction experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or similar discipline

Job description

Do you want to be part of the Riley Construction Co., Inc. team? We are one of the fastest growing commercial construction companies in the southeastern WI/Northern IL area and great things are happening!

We currently have an opening for a qualified Project Estimator with the option to split time between Kenosha and Milwaukee or be fully located in Kenosha. There will be a required 6‑months training period in the Kenosha office.

The Project Estimator analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects by performing the following duties. Leads project estimation process, partnering with a cross‑functional team.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with subcontractors to drive increased participation, return after not winning prior bid, and drive a two‑way dialog to improve timely communications.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, contract documents, attend pre‑bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of project estimate.
• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and manhour figures.
• Perform computerized quantity take-off and pricing of all assigned items.
• Partners with Pre‑Construction Coordinator to solicit proposals from subcontractors and material suppliers to complete project scope.
• Participates in creating preliminary project schedule and/or budget, as requested.
• Identify missing scope, uncertain scope, areas of risk (including subcontractor questions) and develop strategy to resolve issue/mitigate risk through architect, RFI, proposal clarification, input from project manager, project executive, superintendent, etc.
• Apply production rates, labor/material/equipment costs, proper mark‑up to RCCI self‑performed work to establish cost estimate.
• Review all final estimate packages to insure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation.
• Participate in final bid preparation and bid day activities, sometimes in partnership with other estimators and pre‑construction coordinators.
• Follow awarded contracts as required - may include estimating/pricing extra work items, change orders, credits; procuring material, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, or similar discipline
• Minimum of 3‑5 years of experience
• Strong math skills
• Experience with commercial construction projects

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, pleasant working environment and team atmosphere. Come join an established firm whose core values include Humility, Integrity, Flexibility and Initiative...understanding that it all begins with our employees!

Riley Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer