Estimator

Corporate Resources of Illinois; Rolling Meadows (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client in Rolling Meadows, IL, is hiring an Estimator for commercial construction projects ranging in scale. The role focuses on producing accurate cost estimates and competitive proposals by reviewing drawings, specs, and bid documents.

The Estimator will develop budgets, analyze subcontractor pricing, and identify cost and scheduling risks early in preconstruction, collaborating with clients, design professionals, and internal teams to ensure smooth

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating commercial construction projects.
• Ability to review drawings, specs, and bid documents to determine scope.
• Ability to develop preliminary budgets and competitive bids.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, and bids to determine project scope.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subs.
• Develop preliminary budgets, negotiated proposals, and competitive bids.
• Analyze subcontractor quotes and supplier pricing against market conditions.
• Identify scope gaps, design discrepancies, and potential cost or schedule concerns.
• Prepare proposals and bid forms with clear scope clarifications.

Job description

$60,000 to $80,000 plus benefits

We are an established general contractor with a strong track record of successfully delivering commercial construction projects ranging from $250K to $30M all across the Midwest for the past 100 years. Our experience spans projects of varying size and complexity, backed by a commitment to quality workmanship, strong project management, and client satisfaction from start to finish.

The Role

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and proposals for commercial construction projects. This role evaluates project documents, develops budgets, analyzes subcontractor and supplier pricing, and identifies potential cost and scheduling risks throughout the preconstruction process.

Working closely with clients, design professionals, trade partners, and internal operations teams, the Estimator supports project planning, cost management, and the successful transition of awarded projects into construction.

Job Responsibilities

Estimating and Budget Development

• Review construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope and requirements.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and general project expenses.
• Develop preliminary budgets, negotiated proposals, and competitive bids for a variety of commercial construction projects.
• Analyze subcontractor quotations, supplier pricing, historical costs, and current market conditions.
• Identify scope gaps, design discrepancies, and potential cost or schedule concerns.
• Prepare proposals, pricing summaries, bid forms, alternates, and scope clarifications.

Preconstruction and Project Coordination

• Collaborate with project management and field teams to evaluate constructability, sequencing, logistics, and scheduling requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, and engineers to resolve questions and clarify project specifications.
• Identify long-lead materials, procurement challenges, and other factors that may affect project cost or schedule.
• Assist with preliminary schedules, procurement planning, and other preconstruction documentation.

Subcontractor and Supplier Management

• Solicit bids from qualified subcontractors and suppliers and monitor coverage across project scopes.
• Review and compare quotations for pricing, completeness, scope alignment, and exclusions.
• Follow up on outstanding bids, clarify scope requirements, and obtain revised pricing as needed.

Education and Professional Background

• Relevant commercial construction experience in estimating, preconstruction, construction project coordination, or project management.
• Ability to work well with numbers.
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Clear path for advancement
• Hybrid

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in Rolling Meadows, IL is hiring an Estimator.