Estimator — Preconstruction Budgeting & Bid Strategy

O'Brien Construction; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

O'Brien Construction Company is seeking a talented Estimator to guide projects from concept to final buyout. You will shape budgets, manage milestones, and evaluate subcontractor scope while collaborating with clients and design teams to ensure cost-effective, constructible solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and at least five years of estimating experience, with strong communication and organizational skills, and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management required.
• Minimum of five years of estimating experience in the construction industry.
• Creative and results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency and motivation.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support preconstruction and estimating across multiple active projects, including bid strategy and quantity takeoffs.
• Develop detailed, accurate estimates aligned with project goals.
• Prepare scope narratives and organize bid packages; communicate scope and assumptions clearly to internal and external partners.
• Analyze bid results and advise on subcontractor and vendor awards.
• Maintain preconstruction project files to enable a smooth handoff to operations and a successful project launch.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Collaboration

Sense of urgency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

O'Brien Construction Company is seeking a talented Estimator to guide projects from concept to final buyout. You will shape budgets, manage milestones, and evaluate subcontractor scope while collaborating with clients and design teams to ensure cost-effective, constructible solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and at least five years of estimating experience, with strong communication and organizational skills, and a collaborative,