Estimator — Engineer Your Next Big Infrastructure Project

PCL Construction; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership opportunities

Annual discretionary bonuses

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Paid parental leave and family care

Job summary

PCL Construction Services, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is seeking an Estimator to lead small to medium bids and contribute to major projects. This role focuses on detailed takeoffs, bid preparation, and collaboration with subcontractors and suppliers.

You will support a senior estimator and help manage the pursuit schedule. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or diploma, several years in estimating, and the ability to navigate multiple delivery methods while building key

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in related discipline or equivalent.
• 4 years of progressive experience in construction cost estimating; 6 months on-site experience preferred.
• Led pursuits valued up to $25 million across delivery methods.
• General construction knowledge of specs, drawings, materials, methods and procedures.
• Familiarity with estimating best practices: takeoffs, subtrade pricing, bid closing.
• Understanding of compensation models, market trends and competitive landscape.
• Experience with different delivery methods: hard bid, GMP, design-build, unit price, cost reimbursable.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and solicit subtrade partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium estimates or components of larger bids.
• Analyze contract documents to determine project requirements.
• Complete quantity take-offs for labor, equipment, and materials.
• Support lead estimator by preparing tender forms and information requests.
• Identify risks related to site, schedule and market conditions.
• Organize bid information and transfer to project team.
• Perform bid-day tasks and assist other estimators in closing scopes.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders and suppliers for competitive pricing.
• Establish a critical path schedule for the estimate/pursuit.
• Mentor and coach indirect reports on the estimating process.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Bid preparation

Stakeholder relations

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

PCL Construction Services, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is seeking an Estimator to lead small to medium bids and contribute to major projects. This role focuses on detailed takeoffs, bid preparation, and collaboration with subcontractors and suppliers.

You will support a senior estimator and help manage the pursuit schedule. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or diploma, several years in estimating, and the ability to navigate multiple delivery methods while building key