Junior Estimator: Commercial Construction Bids & Takeoffs

Kirco; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirco in Troy, MI is seeking a Junior Estimator to support the pre-construction team with cost estimates for commercial projects. You will assist with quantity takeoffs, subcontractor solicitation, bid analysis, budgeting, and proposal preparation for office, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments.

Under guidance of senior estimators, you will gain experience across project phases, collaborate with PMs, architects, engineers, and owners, and learn pricing methodologies to contribute

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting construction drawings/specifications.
• Understanding construction means, methods, materials, and systems.
• Internships or co-ops in commercial construction are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Compile, review, and distribute documents for estimating to subcontractors.
• Communicate with subcontractors on bid questions.
• Assist in preparing estimates for various project stages (conceptual to GMP).
• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings, specs, and BIM models.
• Solicit and organize subcontractor/supplier pricing.
• Support bid leveling and cost analysis.
• Assist with budgets and cost studies.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

MS Project

Bluebeam

Sage Estimating

PlanSwift

Job description

Kirco in Troy, MI is seeking a Junior Estimator to support the pre-construction team with cost estimates for commercial projects. You will assist with quantity takeoffs, subcontractor solicitation, bid analysis, budgeting, and proposal preparation for office, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments.

Under guidance of senior estimators, you will gain experience across project phases, collaborate with PMs, architects, engineers, and owners, and learn pricing methodologies to contribute