Estimator

Sciens Building Solutions; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an Estimator in Columbia, Maryland, to drive growth by developing and maintaining client relationships and delivering accurate, timely electrical estimates for multi-family, commercial, and federal projects.

You will lead the estimating lifecycle, collaborate with a team, and ensure proposals are complete, well-organized, and ready for review by deadlines. Strong communication and accuracy are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of estimator experience in construction.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.
• Experience estimating and bidding with attention to quality.
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the estimating lifecycle from start to finish with timelines and packages.
• Prepare complete estimates and competitive pricing from takeoffs.
• Review drawings and specs; attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope.
• Coordinate with operations to transition awarded projects.
• Communicate with customers to define scope and negotiate pricing.

Skills

Estimator experience

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Estimating software

OSHA knowledge

Driver's license

Customer focus

Team collaboration

Tools

Conest IntelliBid

Job description

Job Description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions seeks an Estimator with the ideal candidate being a driven individual who will play a key role in Sciens’ growth by developing and maintaining customer relationships, bidding projects accurately and on time, while developing comprehensive electrical estimates for multi-family, commercial, and federal projects.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)

• Manage the estimating lifecycle from beginning to end, including timelines, deadlines, and estimating packages.
• Work within an estimating team on individual or team-based projects.
• Coordinate total estimating efforts relevant to particular bid or project.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Meet Company budget volume and gross margin targets.
• Provide complete conceptual and final estimating input on complex projects.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required content of project estimates. Perform necessary research to produce accurate, complete, and competitive pricing.
• Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work using estimating software.
• Reviewing all project requirements and specifications when preparing estimates and proposals.
• Determine any risks related to the estimate and include in project proposals.
• Ensure that estimates and proposals are complete, well-organized, and ready for review before the given deadline.
• Prepare project proposals and participate in pre-bid review process where necessary.
• Maintain files of working documents as back-ups. Coordinate with the field operations team on successful bids to provide a thorough transition to the project team.
• Partner with our operations teams to properly transfer awarded projects.
• Communicate with customers to properly define the project scope, address deficiencies, and negotiate pricing.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

• Two to five years of experience as an Estimator in the construction industry.
• Strong technical understanding of materials and methods used in the installation of construction projects.
• Customer-focused, skilled in estimating and people management.
• Ability to manage project bidding in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality.
• Able to read blueprints, technical drawings, and diagrams; and follow specifications.
• Able to work independently.
• Reliable and punctual with a positive attitude.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software (Conest IntelliBid preferred).
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.

WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle allowance.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Compensation: $28.00 to $38.65 per hour based on experience