GC Estimator: Shape Projects with Precise Bids

Granger Construction; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy

Career Development

Challenging Work

Platinum healthcare

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Wellness program

Job summary

Granger Construction in Lansing, MI is seeking a General Contracting (GC) Estimator to join our team and lead detailed estimates for GC-led projects across multiple market sectors. You’ll collaborate with preconstruction, project management, self-perform teams, subcontractors, and trade partners to set projects up for success.

The Estimator will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, develop bids, and support value engineering while maintaining strong owner and architect relationships and

Qualifications

• GC estimating experience preferred (1–3 years).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Estimating software experience preferred.
• High emotional intelligence and relationship-building skills.
• Tech-savvy and eager to learn new tools.
• Collaborative, proactive, builder’s mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform detailed quantity takeoffs and conceptual estimates
• Review drawings, specifications, and contractual documents to identify scope, risks, and opportunities
• Prepare comprehensive estimates, budgets, and bid proposals
• Develop scopes of work and coordinate subcontractor bidding and leveling
• Participate in bid-day activities, including review, analysis, and submission
• Collaborate with project teams to transition estimates into executable project budgets
• Review and update job cost and labor reports as projects progress
• Support value engineering efforts and cost-saving initiatives
• Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, trade partners, and internal teams
• Uphold and model Granger’s reputation, values, and professionalism in every interaction

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Granger Construction in Lansing, MI is seeking a General Contracting (GC) Estimator to join our team and lead detailed estimates for GC-led projects across multiple market sectors. You’ll collaborate with preconstruction, project management, self-perform teams, subcontractors, and trade partners to set projects up for success.

The Estimator will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, develop bids, and support value engineering while maintaining strong owner and architect relationships and