Junior Construction Estimator, Bids & Proposals

VFP; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VFP in Roanoke, VA is seeking an estimator to support bids and proposals. You will prepare written proposals, cost estimates, and compliance matrices from customer specs and input from Business Development Managers.

You will determine material quantities and labor needs for total job cost, coordinate with Purchasing and Human Resources, and follow up on quotations to ensure customer alignment with written proposals. Strong writing and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Professionalism and ability to handle confidential information.
• Knowledge of construction and/or electrical experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in bids and proposals to estimate costs and prepare written proposals and compliance matrices.
• Determine material quantities and labor required for total job cost using department data and supplier quotes.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to maintain material costs on shelter bid forms.
• Coordinate with HR to maintain labor costs on the shelter bid summary sheet.
• Assist Bids/Proposals with follow-up by phone on previous quotations.
• Verify that customer specifications and purchase orders align with written proposals.
• Perform other tasks as required by the Bids and Proposals Manager or Lead Estimator.

Skills

Written communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Education

Certificate (1 year)

Associate degree

Job description

VFP in Roanoke, VA is seeking an estimator to support bids and proposals. You will prepare written proposals, cost estimates, and compliance matrices from customer specs and input from Business Development Managers.

You will determine material quantities and labor needs for total job cost, coordinate with Purchasing and Human Resources, and follow up on quotations to ensure customer alignment with written proposals. Strong writing and organizational skills are essential.