Estimator

Shawmut Design and Construction; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(K) with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Shawmut Design and Construction is seeking an Estimator to enhance client satisfaction through accurate project estimates and partnerships. The role involves planning jobs with project managers, establishing budgets, and ensuring optimal bids are secured.

Candidates should possess over 4 years' experience in construction estimating, preferably in commercial construction, and have knowledge of MEP systems. The position offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $140,000, influenced by experience and project capabilities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in construction estimating or a related field.
• Vast knowledge of all trades and understanding of MEP systems.
• Experience estimating in various sectors including Education and Commercial.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with project manager to plan the job.
• Develop comprehensive understanding of project strategy.
• Establish pre-construction budget and manage funds.
• Ensure best bids are obtained for each trade.
• Present information effectively to clients.

Skills

Construction estimating

Commercial construction

MEP systems knowledge

Timberline (Precision Estimating)

Job description

Overview

At Shawmut Design and Construction, we take pride in the culture we’ve built as a 100% employee‑owned company—one that’s been recognized with more than 100 Best Place to Work awards. We’ve been honored as a National Fortune Best Workplace, a Fortune Best Workplace for Women, Millennials, and Parents, and one of America’s Best Employers by Forbes—along with numerous regional recognitions across our 15 offices nationwide.

Here’s a glimpse into what we offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)–Be an employee‑owner!
• 401(K) with Company Match – Receive a company match up to 4% of your eligible pay.
• Generous Paid Time Off – vacation and sick time, 12 holidays, summer Fridays, and a yearly volunteer day.
• The Extras – Cell phone, laptop, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, financial planning services, and more.

Responsibilities

We are currently looking for an Estimator to join our team. Is your dedication to client satisfaction, accurate estimates, and positive partnerships your work passion? Do you enjoy high profile projects? Do you strive to always provide recommendations in the best interest of the client?

• Work in partnership with the project manager to plan the job prior to project initiation i.e. general conditions study, procurement schedule, logistics, etc.
• Develop comprehensive understanding of project strategy and deploy this throughout the estimating process.
• Establish the pre‑construction budget and manage the associated funds.
• Ensures that the best bids are obtained for each trade, based on the needs of the project.
• Structure a fair and comprehensive final sub bid process by incorporating all information from previous budgets, by educating all subs on the Shawmut view of the project, including, but not limited to detailed written scope of work, logistics, etc., so that they are all bidding on the same work.
• Present information and proposals effectively to clients based on their needs and preferences.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in construction estimating or a related field (preferably in commercial construction).
• Vast knowledge of all trades: scope, time frames/field execution, typical missed scope/exposures and an understanding of MEP systems and components.
• Experience estimating in one or more of our sectors: Education, Commercial, Corporate Interiors, Life Sciences, Hospitality, Retail and Sports Venues.
• Solid conceptual estimating experience.
• Timberline (Precision Estimating) experience is a plus.

EEO Information

Shawmut prohibits discrimination against any staff member or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, disability, creed, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Salary Range Information

Miami Base Salary Range: $90,000 – $140,000. The range stated is specific to Miami. Placement within the listed range depends on many factors including, but not limited to years of experience, project size capability (for Construction & Field roles) and internal company equity.