Estimator

Jobot; Maryland; On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

PTO and paid holidays

Career growth and advancement

Professional development and training

Diverse commercial projects

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator for commercial projects across the Mid-Atlantic region. The role focuses on takeoffs, bid analysis, and subcontractor pricing from preconstruction through budgeting.

You will analyze costs, prepare competitive estimates, and collaborate with project teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. Knowledge of Bluebeam and PROCORE is required, with strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field.
• 3-8 years of estimation, bidding, and construction management experience.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and PROCORE.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction, blueprint reading, and material take off (MTO).
• Exceptional negotiation skills with a track record of profitable contracts.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce accurate estimates.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project costs, including labor, materials, equipment, and time requirements.
• Prepare accurate and competitive project estimates and bids.
• Conduct material takeoffs (MTO) to determine project requirements.
• Leverage blueprint reading and commercial construction knowledge for estimations.
• Utilize Bluebeam and PROCORE to enhance estimation accuracy.
• Negotiate contracts with clients and suppliers to secure profitable terms.
• Collaborate with construction management to keep projects on time and within budget.
• Monitor industry trends to improve estimation accuracy and efficiency.
• Assist in preparing project budgets and financial reports.],
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• KEY POINTS: Commercial construction estimating, takeoffs, subcontractor pricing, bid analysis

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

Bluebeam

PROCORE

Job description

CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR + COMMERCIAL PROJECTS + PRECONSTRUCTION Estimating + Takeoffs + Bid Analysis + Subcontractor Pricing + Project Costing

Salary: $75,000 - $125,000 per year

About us

Growing construction company specializing in commercial construction and renovation projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. We bring together experienced construction professionals, strong project management and a hands‑on approach to deliver quality projects for our clients. Our team works collaboratively from preconstruction and estimating through project completion, with an emphasis on craftsmanship, accountability and long-term client relationships.

Why join us

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental + Vision
• 401(k) + Company Match
• PTO + Paid Holidays
• Career Growth + Advancement
• Professional Development + Training
• Diverse Commercial Projects
• Collaborative Work Environment

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analysis of project costs, including labor, materials, equipment, and time requirements.
• Prepare accurate and competitive project estimates and bids.
• Conduct thorough material take offs (MTO) to determine project requirements.
• Leverage expertise in commercial construction and blueprint reading to deliver high‑quality project estimations.
• Utilize industry‑specific software such as Bluebeam and PROCORE to enhance estimation accuracy and efficiency.
• Participate in the negotiation process with clients and suppliers to secure profitable contracts.
• Collaborate with the construction management team to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Continually monitor industry trends and advancements to enhance estimation accuracy and efficiency.
• Assist in the preparation of project budgets and financial reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 3-8 years of experience in project estimation, bidding, and construction management.
• Proficiency in using industry‑specific software such as Bluebeam and PROCORE.
• Solid understanding of commercial construction, blueprint reading, and material take off (MTO).
• Exceptional negotiation skills with a proven track record of securing profitable contracts.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate and competitive project estimates.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of construction industry trends and advancements.
• Professional certification in project estimation or construction management will be an added advantage.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.