Estimator

O'Brien Construction; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

O'Brien Construction Company is seeking a talented Estimator to guide projects from concept to final buyout. You will shape budgets, manage milestones, and evaluate subcontractor scope while collaborating with clients and design teams to ensure cost-effective, constructible solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and at least five years of estimating experience, with strong communication and organizational skills, and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management required.
• Minimum of five years of estimating experience in the construction industry.
• Creative and results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency and motivation.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support preconstruction and estimating across multiple active projects, including bid strategy and quantity takeoffs.
• Develop detailed, accurate estimates aligned with project goals.
• Prepare scope narratives and organize bid packages; communicate scope and assumptions clearly to internal and external partners.
• Analyze bid results and advise on subcontractor and vendor awards.
• Maintain preconstruction project files to enable a smooth handoff to operations and a successful project launch.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Collaboration

Sense of urgency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

About The Role

O'Brien Construction Company is a leading construction firm dedicated to delivering exceptional projects that positively impact our communities. We’re seeking a talented and motivated Estimator to join our team. As an Estimator, you will play a critical role in guiding projects from early concept through final buyout. This includes shaping project budgets, managing preconstruction milestones, evaluating subcontractor scope, and collaborating with clients and design teams to ensure cost-effective, constructible solutions.

Job Description

Job Description

About The Role

O'Brien Construction Company is a leading construction firm dedicated to delivering exceptional projects that positively impact our communities. We’re seeking a talented and motivated Estimator to join our team. As an Estimator, you will play a critical role in guiding projects from early concept through final buyout. This includes shaping project budgets, managing preconstruction milestones, evaluating subcontractor scope, and collaborating with clients and design teams to ensure cost-effective, constructible solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support all aspects of preconstruction and estimating across multiple active projects, including construction schedule development, logistics planning, bid strategy, quantity takeoffs, constructability reviews, subcontractor/vendor pricing analysis, and presentations to clients
• Develop detailed, accurate, and complete estimates that align with project goals
• Prepare scope narratives and organize bid packages and clearly communicate scope, strategy, and assumptions to internal partners, subcontractors, vendors, and clients
• Analyze bid results and make well-informed recommendations for subcontractor and vendor awards
• Maintain and manage the preconstruction project files to ensure a smooth handoff to project operations and enable a successful project launch

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• At least five (5) years industry-related estimating experience
• Creative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency and self-motivation
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a flexible, collaborative approach to working with diverse teams

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement

O'Brien Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

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