Estimator - Mission Critical

STO Building Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 


Paid time off

Job summary

Layton Construction is seeking an Estimator to prepare estimates for commercial projects, collaborating with the project team to ensure cost accuracy. The role involves reading contracts, performing quantity take-offs, and soliciting bids from subs and suppliers.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management (or equivalent), 1+ year estimating experience, and strong Timberline/Excel skills. AutoCAD/Primavera knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management or equivalent education/experience.
• At least 1 year of estimating commercial construction projects.
• Excellent working knowledge of Timberline and Excel.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or Primavera preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for potential projects using hard‑bid, design‑build and conceptual estimating.
• Read and understand contract documents (plans, specifications & addenda).
• Perform quantity take-offs, organize and price information.
• Solicit bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Communicate with subs and suppliers to clarify pricing information.
• Prepare estimate formats in areas such as general conditions and bid analysis.
• Assist with bid proposal preparation and outline schedules.
• Support staff on special estimating projects.

Skills

Timberline

Excel

Microsoft Word

Under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Primavera

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

An Estimator prepares estimates for various projects, shares responsibility for cost accuracy with the project team and assists other estimators and managers in all types of estimating tasks.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares estimates for potential projects using hard‑bid, design‑build and conceptual estimating.
• Reads and understands contract documents (plans, specifications & addenda).
• Performs quantity take‑offs, organizes and prices information.
• Solicits bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Communicates with subs and suppliers to clarify pricing information.
• Prepares estimate formats in such areas as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs and bid analysis.
• Assists with the preparation of bid proposal for submittal.
• Prepares outline schedules for proposed projects.
• Assists staff members with various special projects related to estimating.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in estimating commercial construction projects, showing competence in hard‑bid, design‑build, and conceptual estimating.
• Excellent working knowledge of Timberline and Excel software.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as computer, printer, phone, copier, fax, etc.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Appropriate knowledge of construction practices and methods.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Primavera systems preferred.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long‑term Disability Insurance, Short‑term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre‑tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement

Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.