Estimator

Butters Group Ltd; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Butters Group Ltd in Boca Raton, FL seeks an Estimator to prepare accurate construction cost estimates, evaluate bids, and support project teams in delivering competitive pricing. You will analyze drawings, budgets, and specifications, coordinate with managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers, and ensure timely, well-documented bid submissions.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in construction management and at least five years of estimating experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field.
• Five years of experience in estimating.
• Project management skills and attention to detail to oversee complex projects and ensure accurate bid submissions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare preliminary estimates for client proposals and participate in tender reviews.
• Analyze architectural drawings, project plans, and specifications to develop detailed budgets.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to gather information.
• Monitor projects and update budgets; report status to management.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and industry best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with construction trends and estimating technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Estimator prepares accurate construction cost estimates, evaluates bids, identifies risks, and supports project teams in delivering competitive pricing and successful outcomes

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strong analytical and numerical skills for accurate preliminary cost estimation and budgets.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities to interact with clients and subcontractors.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel
• Analyze architectural drawings, project plans, and specifications to develop detailed budgets and identify cost uncertainties, ensuring each budget reflects anticipated costs and risks.
• Prepare and submit preliminary estimates for client proposals, participate in tender reviews, manage pre-qualifications and pre-bid submissions, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed before deadlines.
• Collaboration and coordination working closely with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to gather accurate information.
• Conduct site visits, review subcontractor bids, and negotiate with subcontractors to achieve cost- effective solutions.
• Project monitoring and reporting.Track changes in project plans, update budgets accordingly, and report regularly to management on project status.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and industry best practices
• Stay up-to-date with construction trends, new materials, and estimating technologies is essential.
• Apply the knowledge to maintain competitive pricing and improve estimation processes
• Stay up-to-date with construction trends, new materials, and estimating technologies is essential.
• Apply the knowledge to maintain competitive pricing and improve estimation processes

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field
• Five years of experience in estimating
• Project management skills and attention to detail to oversee complex projects and ensure accurate bid submissions.

WORK ELIGIBILITY:

• Must be legally eligible to work in the USA without Visa sponsorship

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Onsite.Hours are 40/week plus.Schedule is determined by Manager