Estimator (Healthcare)

Jobot; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship

High-profile projects

People-first culture

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Estimator for healthcare construction in Edina, MN. You will prepare detailed cost estimates for healthcare facilities, collaborates with PMs, design professionals, and subcontractors throughout preconstruction and bidding.

The role emphasizes infection control, phased work, and constructability considerations. You will develop budgets, perform takeoffs, and evaluate subs to support competitive bids on complex projects while advancing your estimating career.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction estimating experience, including healthcare projects.
• HCS S or equivalent estimating software proficiency.
• Strong understanding of healthcare construction methods, materials, trade scopes, and MEP systems.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documents accurately.
• Experience estimating renovations or phased work in active healthcare environments with infection control considerations.
• Demonstrated ability to develop accurate estimates, analyze bids, and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong numerical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and relationship-building across project teams.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and digital quantity takeoff tools.
• Degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for healthcare construction projects, including new facilities, renovations, expansions, and work in occupied environments.
• Review drawings, specs, schedules, and project requirements to identify scope, cost drivers, constructability concerns and risks.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing using estimating software.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, design-development, and final bid estimates as project information evolves.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes, clarify inclusions and exclusions, ensure comprehensive scope coverage.
• Account for healthcare-specific requirements such as infection control, phased construction, and operational continuity.
• Collaborate with PMs, superintendents, architects, engineers, and clients to validate assumptions and align estimates with goals.
• Identify value engineering opportunities to improve cost efficiency without compromising quality or safety.
• Prepare clear estimate narratives, bid packages, cost comparisons, and presentations.
• Maintain cost databases, track market trends, and incorporate historical project data into estimates.
• Support project handoffs and communicate pricing assumptions and procurement considerations to teams.

Skills

Healthcare estimating

HCSS software

Drawings interpretation

Healthcare renovations

Bid analysis

Team collaboration

Excel/spreadsheets

Education

Construction management or engineering degree

Tools

HCSS

Estimating software

Job description

Estimator (Healthcare)

$120000 - $150000 per year | Edina, MN | On-site | Permanent

Established General Contractor, Design-Build, Ground-Up Construction, High Profile Projects, Above Market Compensation

A bit about us:

Our client is a nationally recognized construction and development firm known for delivering complex, high-profile projects across a diverse range of markets. With a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration, and quality, this company partners with clients from early preconstruction through project completion to deliver exceptional results.

Their portfolio spans commercial construction, healthcare, data centers, advanced manufacturing, sports and entertainment, renewable energy, and other technically demanding markets. Estimators play an important role in the preconstruction process, helping project teams evaluate costs, identify risk, develop competitive pricing strategies, and position projects for success.

This general contractor has a history to promote from within and experiences one of the lowest turnover rates across the entire MSP construction industry. They have developed a comprehensive career growth plan that allows you to take control of your career.

Why join us?

This company offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects while being part of a collaborative and team-oriented environment. With exposure to a variety of markets and project types, you'll have the chance to expand your estimating and preconstruction expertise while continuing to grow professionally. The company places a strong emphasis on mentorship, career development, innovation, and giving team members opportunities to build long-term careers while contributing to meaningful projects.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for advancement and mentorship
• Exposure to high-profile and complex construction projects
• A people-first culture that emphasizes safety, communication, and excellence

Job Details

As an Estimator, you'll work closely with experienced Estimators, Project Managers, design professionals, and subcontractors to support projects from conceptual design and preconstruction through final pricing and turnover to operations. You'll play an active role in developing budgets, performing quantity takeoffs, soliciting and analyzing subcontractor pricing, reviewing scopes of work, and evaluating design decisions from both a cost and constructability standpoint. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across multiple teams while helping develop accurate, competitive estimates for complex construction projects.

You’ll shape cost strategies for healthcare construction projects, partnering with preconstruction, operations, design teams, and trade partners to develop accurate, well-supported estimates. Bring your analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaborative approach to projects where precision and planning truly matter.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for healthcare construction projects, including new facilities, renovations, expansions, and work within occupied environments.
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules, and project requirements to identify scope, cost drivers, constructability concerns, and potential risks.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing using HCSS or equivalent estimating software.
• Develop conceptual, schematic, design-development, and final bid estimates as project information evolves.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations, clarify inclusions and exclusions, and ensure comprehensive scope coverage.
• Account for healthcare-specific requirements, including infection control, phased construction, operational continuity, specialized building systems, and applicable codes.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, architects, engineers, and clients to validate assumptions and align estimates with project goals.
• Identify value engineering opportunities that improve cost efficiency without compromising quality, safety, functionality, or compliance.
• Prepare clear estimate narratives, bid packages, cost comparisons, and presentations to support informed decisions.
• Maintain current cost databases, track market trends, and incorporate historical project data into future estimates.
• Support project handoffs and communicate pricing assumptions, procurement considerations, and budget risks to construction teams.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of construction estimating experience, including experience estimating healthcare projects.
• Hands-on proficiency with HCSS or equivalent construction estimating software.
• Strong understanding of healthcare construction methods, materials, trade scopes, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents accurately.
• Experience estimating renovations or phased work in active healthcare environments, with an understanding of infection control and operational constraints.
• Demonstrated ability to develop accurate estimates, analyze bids, and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong numerical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate across project teams and trade partners.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and digital quantity takeoff tools.
• A degree in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying, or a related field is preferred; equivalent practical experience will also be considered.

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