Junior Estimator, Multifamily Development (In-House)

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company contribution

Career development and mentorship

Company events

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Junior Estimator to support multifamily and in-house construction projects. You will assist in preparing conceptual and detailed estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, and price using plans and specs.

Work with development and operations teams to evaluate budgets and opportunities. Ideal candidates have 1–5 years in estimating or related fields, a bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Assist in preparing conceptual and detailed project estimates for multifamily developments.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing using plans, specs, and early design documents.
• Support bid solicitation and leveling with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Analyze project costs, budgets, and value engineering opportunities.
• Collaborate with development, preconstruction, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing conceptual and detailed project estimates for multifamily developments.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing using plans, specs, and early design documents.
• Support bid solicitation and leveling with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Analyze project costs, budgets, and value engineering opportunities.
• Collaborate with development, preconstruction, and operations teams.
• Help maintain historical cost data and estimating databases.
• Participate in project handoff meetings to operations teams.

Skills

Estimating

Reading drawings/specs

Excel

Budgeting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Related field

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Junior Estimator to support multifamily and in-house construction projects. You will assist in preparing conceptual and detailed estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, and price using plans and specs.

Work with development and operations teams to evaluate budgets and opportunities. Ideal candidates have 1–5 years in estimating or related fields, a bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering, and strong Excel skills.