Estimator, Construction Bids & Preconstruction

Niles Enterprises; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Niles Enterprises is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead estimating and preconstruction activities for select projects. You will build relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and clients, compiling complete estimates under the COO's supervision.

Responsibilities include bid review, quantity take-offs, preconstruction scheduling, and hand-off to the Project Manager. You will manage multiple deadlines with precision, use estimating software and Excel, and communicate clearly with internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of the construction industry with familiarity of building codes, laws, and regulations
• Understanding financial practices and accounting policies
• Understanding computer-related programs
• Three (3) years+ of estimating both competitive bid projects as well as conceptual budgeting for projects within the construction industry
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills with the ability to coordinate, manage, and direct others

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documents
• Prioritize and organize deadlines for bids
• Determine and develop project general conditions
• Determine vendors and subcontractors for a project
• Set up and attend pre-bid walk-throughs
• Identify all bid items
• Develop an invitation to bid
• Complete bid form
• Prepare quantity take-off
• Prepare preconstruction schedule
• Review plans and specifications and request any additional information
• Follow up with subcontractors, vendors, and material suppliers to ensure bid coverage
• Review and qualify submitted proposals
• Assemble the proposal documents
• Review the complete bid breakdown and proposal with the Chief Estimator
• Update and finalize Bid Book
• Perform Contract Review
• Prepare summaries of work
• Perform Estimator to Project Manager Handoff meeting
• Help the project manager throughout the project duration
• Assist with projects and assignments as requested by management

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership/coordination

Financial awareness

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Niles Enterprises is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead estimating and preconstruction activities for select projects. You will build relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and clients, compiling complete estimates under the COO's supervision.

Responsibilities include bid review, quantity take-offs, preconstruction scheduling, and hand-off to the Project Manager. You will manage multiple deadlines with precision, use estimating software and Excel, and communicate clearly with internal