Construction Project Estimator — Lead Bids & Budgets

Riley Construction; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Riley Construction Co., Inc. is seeking a qualified Project Estimator to join our growing team with a split schedule between Kenosha and Milwaukee.

A mandatory 6-month training period will take place in the Kenosha office, after which you will lead estimation efforts with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience in commercial construction, a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, and strong math skills to prepare time, cost and labor estimates for diverse

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or similar field.
• 3–5 years of experience in commercial construction.
• Strong mathematical skills and cost estimation proficiency.
• Experience with blueprints, specifications and cost estimation processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with subcontractors to drive participation and communication.
• Review proposal specs, drawings and contract documents to determine scope and contents of the estimate.
• Incorporate historical data from POs, subcontracts and productivity reports into unit and manhour figures.
• Perform quantity take-off and pricing of all items.
• Collaborate with Pre-Construction Coordinator to solicit subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Assist in creating preliminary project schedules and budgets as requested.
• Identify missing/unclear scope and risks and strategize to resolve via RFIs and clarifications.
• Apply labor/material/equipment costs and markups to establish estimates.
• Review final estimate packages for accuracy before quotation.
• Participate in bid preparation and bid day activities.

Skills

3-5 years experience

Strong math skills

Commercial construction experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Job description

Riley Construction Co., Inc. is seeking a qualified Project Estimator to join our growing team with a split schedule between Kenosha and Milwaukee.

A mandatory 6-month training period will take place in the Kenosha office, after which you will lead estimation efforts with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of experience in commercial construction, a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, and strong math skills to prepare time, cost and labor estimates for diverse