Estimator - Commercial Construction

ZipRecruiter; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in construction is looking for a Senior Estimator to join their dynamic preconstruction team in Charlotte, NC. This pivotal role involves leading bid teams, providing accurate estimates across various market segments, and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors. With a focus on commercial construction projects, the ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience and strong organizational skills to ensure project success. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to exciting projects while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience required.
• 10+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead bid teams for larger projects.
• Provide detailed and accurate estimates with supporting documents.

Skills

Construction Types and Methods

Cost of Materials

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Construction Scheduling

Estimating Software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related curriculum

10+ years of experience as a commercial construction Estimator

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Landmark Builders is seeking a full-time, highly experienced Senior Estimator in its Charlotte, NC office.

About our Amazing Company
Landmark Builders offers general construction, design/build, construction management, and upfit/renovation services throughout the Carolinas, Georgia, and Virginia. Our primary markets include industrial, distribution, office, retail, education, healthcare, hospitality, and senior living construction.

Job Summary
Working as an integral part of the Landmark Builders preconstruction team, this Senior Estimator will provide estimating services across all market segments and all delivery methods, including design-build, construction manager, design-bid-build, negotiated, guaranteed maximum price, and lump sum commercial construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and lead bid teams for larger projects, providing direction and guidance to junior estimators.
• Thoroughly study plans and specifications and visit sites as necessary to confirm all project requirements.
• Coordinate with Project Development Managers, clients, and design teams as needed to deliver accurate estimates through the various stages of preconstruction.
• Establish and maintain relationships with the local subcontractor community and maintain an active database of subcontractors.
• Prequalify new subcontractors as required to provide good sub coverage and quality estimates for regional (out-of-town) projects.
• Schedule and manage multiple estimates, coordinating with Project Development team as necessary to confirm delivery schedules are clearly understood.
• Provide detailed and accurate estimates with accompanying supporting documents to include all necessary takeoffs and vendor quotes.

Essential Skills

• In-depth understanding of construction types, methods, materials, and building systems
• Knowledge of cost of materials, trades, building types, and systems, as well as general conditions, overhead, and profit
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate with Landmark preconstruction team, customers, designers, and vendors clearly and effectively.
• Knowledge of basic construction scheduling and critical path schedule drivers.
• Working knowledge of CSI divisions and how construction projects are priced and bought out.
• Proficiency with computer spreadsheets (Excel) and ability to learn new estimating software.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in related curriculum or equivalent work experience.
• 10+years of experience as a commercial construction Estimator.
• Proven track record with previous project list including client/design team information.

Landmark Builders is an EEO employer.

Landmark Builders offers competitive salaries and benefits packages.

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