Estimator

Five Star Painting; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Painting is seeking a Construction Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial projects in the Miami area. You will review plans, specifications, and bid documents, perform quantity take-offs, and develop budgets to support successful bids.

Collaborating with preconstruction, project management, and subcontractors, you will solicit pricing, maintain cost databases, and identify value engineering opportunities to ensure competitive proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• 2-5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Experience with commercial projects (office, retail, healthcare, education, multifamily, or industrial).
• Proficiency in estimating software (Procore, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Sage Estimating).
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills; detail-oriented and accurate.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to prepare accurate estimates.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and cost analyses.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Prepare conceptual to final bid estimates and cost databases.
• Coordinate bid schedules and participate in pre-bid meetings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication & negotiation

Independent & collaborative work

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

Sage Estimating

Excel

Job description

Construction Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial construction projects. This role analyzes project plans, specifications, and related documents to determine material, labor, and equipment costs. The Estimator works closely with preconstruction, project management, subcontractors, and clients to support successful bid submissions and project budgeting.

Preconstruction & Estimating

• Review and analyze project drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, and final bid estimates.
• Develop and maintain cost databases and historical pricing.
• Identify value engineering opportunities.
• Assess project risks and develop appropriate contingencies.

Bid Management

• Coordinate bid schedules and ensure timely submission.
• Clarify scope gaps and overlaps.
• Prepare bid summaries and leveling sheets.
• Participate in scope review meetings with subcontractors.
• Assist in proposal preparation and presentation materials.

Cost Analysis & Budgeting

• Develop preliminary budgets and cost models.
• Perform cost comparisons and cost studies.
• Support GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price) development.
• Track market trends and material cost fluctuations.

Collaboration

• Work closely with project managers, superintendents, and preconstruction teams.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Assist with handoff meetings to operations teams.
• Maintain strong subcontractor and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred), or equivalent experience.

Experience

• 2-5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience (depending on level).
• Experience with commercial projects such as office, retail, healthcare, education, multifamily, or industrial.

Technical Skills

• Experience with estimating software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Sage Estimating, OST, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and building systems.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
• Strong Excel skills.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.