Lead Construction Estimator – Concrete Shell Projects

The Contractor Consultants; Palm City (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Fully funded safety certifications

Job summary

Wells Brothers Construction in Palm City, FL is seeking a Construction Estimator – Lead Commercial & Residential Bidding to drive accurate cost estimates for high-end projects. You will analyze plans, leverage your local contractor network, and collaborate with Sales & Client Relations to win contracts.

This full-time role offers $80,000 to $90,000 per year, weekly pay, and a benefits package including paid time off and funded certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of general construction estimating experience.
• Strong familiarity with local South Florida contractors, suppliers, and construction practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and digital construction estimation software.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with a team‑first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze architectural plans and specifications to prepare accurate, detailed cost estimates for commercial and residential construction projects.
• Leverage your existing network of local contractors and suppliers to negotiate competitive pricing on essential project materials.
• Collaborate closely with the Sales & Client Relations team to build compelling project proposals and secure high-value contracts.
• Evaluate subcontractor bids and material submittals to ensure full alignment with project scope and budget parameters.
• Identify project risks and cost‑saving opportunities through proactive plan reviews and value engineering analysis.
• Utilize concrete shell expertise to precise calculate material takeoff quantities and labor costs for foundational structures.

Skills

Construction estimating

Negotiation

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Bluebeam

Job description

Wells Brothers Construction in Palm City, FL is seeking a Construction Estimator – Lead Commercial & Residential Bidding to drive accurate cost estimates for high-end projects. You will analyze plans, leverage your local contractor network, and collaborate with Sales & Client Relations to win contracts.

This full-time role offers $80,000 to $90,000 per year, weekly pay, and a benefits package including paid time off and funded certifications.