Estimator

LHH; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable onsite position

Diverse projects

Job summary

LHH in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Estimator to join our team, onsite, responsible for preparing cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.

You will review drawings and specifications, solicit bids, collaborate with project managers, and track costs to help keep projects on budget. This role offers a stable, full-time onsite position with exposure to diverse construction projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Estimator (commercial and/or residential).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Proficiency with estimating software and Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Jacksonville, FL.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and local market pricing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to ensure accurate projections
• Track project costs and assist with budget control
• Identify potential risks and cost-saving opportunities

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Construction Estimator to join our team in Jacksonville, FL. This is a full-time, onsite role responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for construction projects and supporting the bidding and project planning process.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documents
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to ensure accurate projections
• Track project costs and assist with budget control
• Identify potential risks and cost-saving opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Estimator (commercial and/or residential)
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and local market pricing
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
• Proficiency with estimating software and Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work onsite in Jacksonville, FL

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to $70,000
• Stable, full-time onsite position
• Opportunity to work on diverse construction projects