Estimator

BBI Construction Management, Inc.

Gainesville (FL)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

BBI Construction Management, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to support preconstruction and business development through accurate cost estimating, subcontractor engagement, and early project planning. The role owns conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, bid proposals, and value engineering recommendations for commercial construction projects.

The ideal candidate has renovated or ground-up commercial project experience and understands changes when construction occurs inside occupied buildings.

Qualifications

3–10 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
Experience with renovation and/or ground-up commercial projects.
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
Experience performing quantity takeoffs and cost analysis.
Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed construction estimates.
Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis.
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
Develop bid packages and proposal documents.
Participate in preconstruction planning and budgeting.
Identify value engineering opportunities and cost savings.
Analyze drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
Maintain estimating databases and historical cost data.
Support business development and client presentations.
Coordinate with project teams through project turnover and startup.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication & negotiation

Reading plans & specs

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Estimator

BBI Construction Management is a Gainesville-based commercial construction firm with nearly five decades of experience serving North Central Florida. Founded in 1978, BBI provides construction management, general contracting, and design-build services, with particular expertise in complex renovations within active and occupied facilities. Built on a foundation of Ownership, Discipline, Grit, Integrity, Attitude, BBI takes a relationship-driven approach to construction, partnering closely with clients, design teams, and trade partners to deliver exceptional results while building relationships that last well beyond the completion of each project.

BBI Construction Management, Inc.

Position Summary

BBI Construction Management is hiring an Estimator to support preconstruction and business development through accurate cost estimating, subcontractor engagement, and early project planning. The role owns conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, bid proposals, and value engineering recommendations for commercial construction projects.

The right candidate has estimated both renovation and ground-up commercial work, and understands what changes when construction happens inside an occupied building.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed construction estimates.
Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis.
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
Develop bid packages and proposal documents.
Participate in preconstruction planning and budgeting.
Identify value engineering opportunities and cost savings.
Analyze drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
Maintain estimating databases and historical cost data.
Support business development and client presentations.
Coordinate with project teams through project turnover and startup.

Required Qualifications

3-10 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
Experience with renovation and/or ground-up commercial projects.
Strong understanding of construction means and methods.
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
Experience performing quantity takeoffs and cost analysis.
Working knowledge of estimating software and Microsoft Office.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Clear communication and negotiation ability.
Healthcare, higher education, municipal, or institutional project experience preferred.
Design-Build experience preferred.

Culture & Leadership Expectations

Own the accuracy and completeness of every estimate.
Work with discipline and attention to detail.
Build trusted relationships with subcontractors and clients.
Support the preconstruction team through early, thorough coordination.
Operate with integrity and transparency in all estimating activity.
Contribute to BBI's culture and reputation.

BBI Vision, Mission & Core Values

Vision: To invest in great people, create an exceptional place to work, and become the most trusted construction partner for complex renovation challenges.

Mission: We manage complex renovation construction through disciplined planning, precise execution, and trusted relationships - because some operations simply can't stop.