Demolition Estimator

Superior Skilled Trades; Harrisburg (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

8 paid holidays

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Demolition Estimator to join a growing team in the Greater Philadelphia area. The role focuses on preparing estimates for demolition projects, reviewing drawings, and coordinating with field personnel to ensure accurate, profitable bids.

Strong math and communication skills are essential. The position offers competitive compensation ($80K-$100K) with weekly pay and quarterly bonuses, plus benefits and 401K matching.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of demolition estimating experience (preferred)
• Experience estimating full-building tear downs and structural demolition
• Strong reading of architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and demolition drawings
• Knowledge of trucking, disposal, recycling, salvage, and material handling

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for full-building, structural, and commercial demolition projects
• Review drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements
• Perform detailed takeoffs and attend site walks and pre-bid meetings
• Develop demolition sequencing, means and methods, manpower, equipment, and project durations
• Estimate trucking, hauling, disposal, recycling, and material-handling costs
• Evaluate site access, neighboring structures, overhead hazards, and logistical constraints
• Solicit and review subcontractor, vendor, trucking, and disposal pricing
• Identify scope gaps, project risks, exclusions, and clarifications
• Prepare clear proposals and complete project turnovers to operations
• Review completed projects to compare estimated costs and production against actual results
• Maintain organized estimating records and historical cost information

Skills

Demolition estimating

Reading drawings

Math & analytics

Communication skills

Job description

DIRECT HIRE:

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Demolition Estimator to join a growing team. Candidates among the industry that understand demo work and willing to become an Estimator, or Junior Estimator are welcome to apply.

Working Location: Greater Philadelphia, PA. and surrounding area

Pay: $80K - $100K (weekly paid - quarterly performance-based bonuses)

Base Shift Hours: Dayshift, M - F, 8am - 5pm (office and field - flexible)

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K with company match, flexible for PTO, 8 paid holidays

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare estimates for full-building, structural, and commercial demolition projects
• Review drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements
• Perform detailed takeoffs and attend site walks and pre-bid meetings
• Develop demolition sequencing, means and methods, manpower, equipment, and project durations
• Estimate trucking, hauling, disposal, recycling, and material-handling costs
• Evaluate site access, neighboring structures, overhead hazards, and logistical constraints
• Solicit and review subcontractor, vendor, trucking, and disposal pricing
• Identify scope gaps, project risks, exclusions, and clarifications
• Prepare clear proposals and complete project turnovers to operations
• Review completed projects to compare estimated costs and production against actual results
• Maintain organized estimating records and historical cost information

Skills & Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of demolition estimating experience (preferred, not required)
• Experience estimating full-building tear downs and structural demolition
• Strong understanding of demolition equipment, production rates, and jobsite logistics
• Ability to read architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and demolition drawings
• Knowledge of concrete, steel, masonry, wood-frame, and mixed-construction buildings
• Understanding of trucking, disposal, recycling, salvage, and material handling
• Strong math, analytical, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines
• Strong communication skills with customers, vendors, project managers, and field teams

Looking for someone that can:

• Develop detailed estimates based on project plans, specifications, site conditions, and scope of work
• Evaluate equipment requirements, labor needs, production rates, project duration, material handling, hauling, and disposal requirements
• Assess potential project risks, logistical challenges, site constraints, and other factors that may impact cost and execution
• Determine the true cost of performing the work safely, efficiently, and profitably
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs, labor estimates, equipment costs, subcontractor pricing, material costs, and disposal/hauling expenses
• Coordinate with operations and field personnel to ensure estimates provide a practical roadmap for project execution
• Develop estimates that support safe work practices, efficient production, accurate budgeting, and acceptable project margins
• Review project requirements and identify opportunities, exclusions, assumptions, and potential cost exposures before bid submission
• Support challenging commercial demolition projects while maintaining a strong focus on field execution, safety, integrity, accountability, and profitability
• Maintain a professional approach centered on availability, respect, safety, integrity, discipline, and reliable execution