Estimator

FINITETEK INC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

FINITETEK INC. in the Baltimore–Washington DMV area seeks an experienced Construction Estimator to support historic restoration and commercial projects.

The role involves reviewing RFPs, preparing cost estimates, and collaborating with stakeholders to align scope, schedule, and costs with preservation standards. You will perform quantity take-offs, develop bid packages, and utilize Bluebeam and Excel to produce reliable estimates for competitive bids.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of construction estimating experience in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency with estimating software, including Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with historic restoration projects is highly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for historic restoration and commercial construction projects.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates by analyzing construction documents, specifications, and market conditions.
• Perform quantity take-offs for selected trades and develop detailed, trade-specific scopes of work.
• Create, manage, and evaluate bid packages while identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, owners, and other stakeholders to align project scope, schedule, permits, and costs with historic preservation standards.
• Utilize estimating software, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel to develop reliable and competitive estimates.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkthroughs as required.

Skills

RFP analysis

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Our client is a historic restoration construction company, is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our team.
• This position supports projects throughout the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) metropolitan area.
• This full-time position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan.

Job Responsibilities

• Review Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for historic restoration and commercial construction projects.
• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates by analyzing construction documents, specifications, and market conditions.
• Perform quantity take-offs for selected trades and develop detailed, trade-specific scopes of work.
• Create, manage, and evaluate bid packages while identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, owners, and other stakeholders to align project scope, schedule, permits, and costs with historic preservation standards.
• Utilize estimating software, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel to develop reliable and competitive estimates.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkthroughs as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform work primarily in an office environment with occasional construction site visits.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to travel to job sites, attend meetings, and conduct field observations as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with project team members and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; or 5–8 years of construction estimating experience in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency with estimating software, including Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with historic restoration projects is highly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.