Estimator - Preconstruction Cost Strategist

Cooper Tacia General Contracting Company; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer Paid Health, Vision &  &

Dental Insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

401K W/ 4% Match

Company vehicle with fuel card

Job summary

Cooper Tacia General Contracting is seeking an Estimator to join its innovative preconstruction team. This role builds detailed cost estimates from drawings and specifications, collaborates with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure accurate pricing, and engages with clients during bidding to clarify scope changes.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field and at least 4 years of commercial preconstruction estimating experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of commercial preconstruction estimating experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software (Heavy Bid, Sage, OST, Procore, Blue Beam).
• Strong reading of bid documents and drawings with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates by analyzing drawings and specifications.
• Perform quantity take-offs and prepare comprehensive cost estimates.
• Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors for accurate pricing.
• Engage with clients to clarify scope changes during bidding.
• Provide cost information for project adjustments through all phases.
• Review budget and profitability with project team as required.
• Suggest corrective measures to improve cost accuracy.
• Conduct searches for prospective bid opportunities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Bid document interpretation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Heavy Bid

Sage

OST

Procore

Blue Beam

Job description

Cooper Tacia General Contracting is seeking an Estimator to join its innovative preconstruction team. This role builds detailed cost estimates from drawings and specifications, collaborates with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure accurate pricing, and engages with clients during bidding to clarify scope changes.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field and at least 4 years of commercial preconstruction estimating experience.