Estimator

Grahamjobs; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Grahamjobs, a leading Triad commercial general contractor, is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for commercial and institutional projects. This role focuses on hard bid/public work, with responsibilities from plan takeoffs to subcontractor pricing and bid development.

You will collaborate with project teams, review drawings, identify VE opportunities, and ensure bids meet tight deadlines while maintaining detailed estimating records and data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Experience estimating hard bid/public projects.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Bid multiple projects on a weekly basis while meeting deadlines.
• Perform digital quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications.
• Review drawings, specifications and contract documents for scope completeness.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Develop complete project estimates and bid proposals.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, and owners during preconstruction.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving alternatives.
• Maintain accurate estimating files and historical cost data.
• Participate in post-bid reviews and project handoffs.

Skills

Reading drawings

Bid management

Detail oriented

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or related field

Tools

On-screen takeoff

Earthworks

Sage/Timberline estimating

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

one of the Triad's leading commercial general contractors, is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for commercial and institutional construction projects, primarily within the hard bid/public market. The Estimator plays a critical role in the preconstruction process by analyzing plans and specifications, performing quantity takeoffs, soliciting subcontractor pricing, and developing complete project estimates while meeting strict bid deadlines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Bid multiple projects on a weekly basis while meeting strict deadlines.
• Perform digital quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents for scope completeness.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Develop complete project estimates and bid proposals.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, and owners during preconstruction.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving alternatives.
• Maintain accurate estimating files and historical cost data.
• Participate in post-bid reviews and project handoffs.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of commercial construction estimating experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or related field preferred.
• Experience estimating hard bid/public projects.
• Valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods and bidding procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with on-screen takeoff software.
• Experience with Earthworks or similar civil/dirt takeoff software.
• Working knowledge of Sage/Timberline estimating software preferred.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for extended periods, occasionally visit construction sites, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Compensation

60k-90k Salary commensurate with experience.

Pay is negotiable.

Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development Opportunities

Schedule

Full-Time Monday through Friday