Estimator

Thomas Young Group; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Thomas Young Group in Atlanta, GA seeks an Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial projects across industrial, retail, office, medical, and institutional sectors. You will review drawings and specs to determine material, labor, and time needs while coordinating with subcontractors and vendors to ensure feasibility and value engineering.

We value technical excellence, safety, and high-quality results, with a culture built on relationships and integrity.

Qualifications

• 5–15+ years of experience in construction estimating (commercial/industrial focus preferred).
• Strong takeoff, review of subcontractor scope, and bid analysis skills.
• Familiarity with estimating software is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage accurate cost estimates for commercial/industrial projects.
• Review drawings, specs, and documents to determine material, labor, and time requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Collaborate with project management and preconstruction teams to evaluate scope and feasibility.
• Contribute to value engineering and identify cost-saving solutions.

Skills

Quantity takeoffs

Subcontractor scope review

Bid analysis

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

Construction Management degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Join a respected general contractor in Atlanta, GA as an Estimator. This privately held firm, founded in the 1980s, specializes in industrial, retail, office, medical, institutional, and interior construction projects. Known for technical excellence, safety, and delivering high-quality results, they maintain an impressive 93% repeat client rate. The company’s strong culture is built on relationships, integrity, and consistent performance.

What you'll be doing:

• Prepare and manage accurate cost estimates for a variety of commercial construction projects
• Review drawings, specs, and project documents to determine material, labor, and time requirements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors
• Collaborate with project management and preconstruction teams to evaluate scope and feasibility
• Contribute to value engineering efforts and identify cost-effective solutions

What were looking for:

• 5 - 15+ years of experience in construction estimating (commercial/industrial focus preferred)
• Skilled in quantity takeoffs, subcontractor scope review, and bid analysis
• Familiar with construction estimating software (preferred but not required)
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Degree in Construction Management or related field is a plus but not mandatory

More reasons to apply:

• Full benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• Work in a collaborative, family-oriented company culture with low turnover
• Help shape commercial construction throughout the Southeast