Estimator

SEG Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SEG is seeking an Estimator I to join our team in Hamilton, VA. The Estimator I prepares accurate estimates for commercial, institutional, civil, and federal construction projects and collaborates with project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers through the preconstruction process.

Strong preference for government contracting experience and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 5 years of estimating. Mostly in-office with periodic site visits and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant construction experience.
• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience with commercial, institutional, civil, industrial, or federal contractors.
• Experience estimating both self-performed and subcontracted work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, budgetary, and final construction cost estimates.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from drawings, specs, and contract documents.
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and indirect project costs.
• Develop estimates for SEG’s self-performed work.
• Review plans, specifications, statements of work, and solicitation requirements.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Prepare scope comparisons and bid analyses.
• Identify project risks, assumptions, and opportunities.
• Participate in constructability reviews and value-engineering efforts.
• Prepare RFIs, bid clarifications, pricing, and proposal documentation.
• Attend site visits, pre-bid conferences, and project meetings.
• Assist with preliminary schedules and project planning.
• Participate in estimate reviews and pricing discussions.
• Support project turnover from estimating to operations.

Skills

5 years estimating experience

Strong analytical abilities

Reading & interpreting drawings

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Construction estimating software

Job description

SEG is seeking an experienced Estimator I to join our team in Hamilton, Virginia.

The Estimator I is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial, institutional, civil, and federal construction projects. This position works closely with project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers throughout the estimating and preconstruction process, from initial project review through proposal submission and project turnover.

SEG performs a variety of construction projects, with a strong focus on work for the federal government. This is a great opportunity for an estimator who enjoys being involved throughout the pursuit process and wants to continue developing their estimating and preconstruction experience.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare conceptual, budgetary, and final construction cost estimates
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and indirect project costs
• Develop estimates for SEG’s self-performed work
• Review plans, specifications, statements of work, and solicitation requirements
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Prepare scope comparisons and bid analyses
• Identify project risks, assumptions, and potential opportunities
• Participate in constructability reviews and value-engineering efforts
• Prepare RFIs, bid clarifications, pricing, and proposal documentation
• Attend site visits, pre-bid conferences, and project meetings
• Assist with preliminary schedules and project planning
• Participate in estimate reviews and pricing discussions
• Support project turnover from estimating to the operations team

These responsibilities reflect the estimating, preconstruction, subcontractor coordination, proposal, and turnover functions outlined in the position description.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant construction experience
• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience with a commercial, institutional, civil, industrial, or federal contractor
• Experience estimating both self-performed and subcontracted work
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, materials, and sequencing
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and construction estimating software
• Government contracting and design-build experience preferred

Certifications

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification
• First Aid/CPR and professional estimating certifications are a plus

About SEG

SEG is a small, growing construction company specializing in commercial, institutional, civil, and federal construction. Our size gives employees the opportunity to work closely with leadership and project teams, take on meaningful responsibility, and grow as the company continues to expand.

Location: Hamilton, VA
Position: Full-Time, Primarily In Office
Travel: Periodic travel to project sites, client meetings, and pre-bid conferences