Estimator

Just Construction Recruitment; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development and training programs

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Washington, DC, is looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join its team. The role requires gathering and compiling data for estimates, supporting pre-construction efforts, and maintaining relationships with subcontractors and clients. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of estimating experience in commercial or base-building construction. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in commercial construction.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Gather and compile data for bid proposal estimates.
• Support pre-construction efforts to secure successful bids.
• Maintain accurate pricing information from suppliers.

Skills

Estimating experience

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Estimating software

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading construction firm in the Washington, DC metropolitan area is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join its Estimating / Pre-Construction team. The organization is recognized for delivering high-quality projects across commercial, interior, and base-building construction and is committed to excellence, innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

As a member of the team, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to complex and high-profile projects in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Position Overview

The Senior Estimator gathers, calculates, and compiles data for use in conceptual and bid proposal estimates. This position prepares estimates under general supervision and maintains current, accurate pricing information from suppliers, subcontractors, and other industry sources.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support pre-construction and estimating efforts to secure successful bids
• Format bids to fulfill all RFP requirements
• Perform scope review and quantity takeoffs from construction documents
• Review bid documents and prepare pre-bid RFIs
• Prepare budgetary pricing from schematic drawings
• Experience with base building and interior construction projects
• Analyze drawings and develop subcontractor bid lists
• Issue Requests for Proposal (RFPs) to subcontractors and suppliers
• Develop and maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships
• Maintain relationships with architects, owners, engineers, designers, and clients
• Collaborate with operations teams to develop quantities, logistics plans, and schedules
• Lead and facilitate pre-bid meetings
• Gather historical cost data for use in future estimates
• Build and manage relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards
• Prepare estimates at conceptual, schematic, and design-development stages
• Maintain accurate documentation and project records
• Review bid forms prior to submission
• Review schedules and constructability with operations staff
• Assist with performance reviews and mentoring of junior estimators
• Prepare instructions to bidders and bid solicitation documents
• Develop conceptual budgets with limited information
• Support project handoff and kickoff meetings after award
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior estimators when required
• Research materials, specifications, and pricing
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5+ years of estimating experience in commercial, interior, or base-building construction
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
• Experience reviewing RFIs, RFPs, and bid packages
• Ability to estimate multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of building codes and permitting requirements
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with estimating software, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development and training programs