Demolition Estimator – Full-Building Tear Downs & Bids

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K match

PTO

8 paid holidays

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Demolition Estimator for the Greater Philadelphia area. This role involves preparing estimates for demolition projects, reviewing plans, and coordinating bids with subcontractors and vendors.

On-site work with a focus on safety and efficiency is required. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of demolition estimating experience, strong math and analytical skills, and the ability to read complex drawings across architectural, structural, civil, MEP,

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of demolition estimating experience (preferred, not required).
• Experience estimating full-building tear downs and structural demolition.
• Strong math, analytical, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and demolition drawings.
• Knowledge of demolition materials and site logistics.

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 skills

Bid coordination

Communication

Project management

Site evaluation

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Demolition Estimator for the Greater Philadelphia area. This role involves preparing estimates for demolition projects, reviewing plans, and coordinating bids with subcontractors and vendors.

On-site work with a focus on safety and efficiency is required. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of demolition estimating experience, strong math and analytical skills, and the ability to read complex drawings across architectural, structural, civil, MEP,