Pre-Construction Estimator

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance with Vision & Dental

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company M

Three weeks Paid Time Off

Six Observed Holidays

Company Events

Job summary

IAPMO is seeking a seasoned estimator to join our team in Manassas, VA. The successful candidate will assess bid specs and drawings, craft accurate cost estimates, and coordinate with suppliers and internal staff to produce competitive bids.

The role requires five years of construction estimating experience, a high school diploma or higher, and U.S. citizenship. Standard hours are Monday–Friday with possible overtime to meet bid deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in general construction estimating.
• High School Diploma or higher.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate bid specifications and drawings to determine all bid requirements.
• Develop and estimate project costs including labor, materials, and timelines.
• Prepare bid packages and ensure budgets align with client needs.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and office staff to assemble bids.
• Review bid requirements and create clarifications or RFIs as needed.
• Determine manpower and subcontractor coverage for bids.
• Attend regular meetings with leadership to discuss market updates.
• Maintain 100% bid submissions and timely follow-ups with clients.

Skills

Construction estimating

Bid administration

Cost analysis

Communication

Project management basics

Education

High School Diploma or higher

Job description

PSS is looking for a highly skilled estimator to contribute to our corporate growth and help us maintain our position as an innovative authority within the industry. The ideal candidate will take initiative and be dependable and detail-oriented. Estimators are responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings, ensuring we know everything required to bid and win the project successfully. They will be expected to draw up, estimate, and determine the overall costs of a new or existing construction project, including the projected time frame, and additional factors like labor needs, materials, budgets, and potential setbacks. The estimator will collaborate with contractors, vendors/suppliers, and office support staff to develop project bids that estimate the amount necessary to complete the client project.

This full-time salaried position will typically be performed Monday through Friday, 7 am – 4 pm at our corporate office in Manassas, VA. This position may require extra hours and occasional weekend work to meet tight deadlines for project bid submissions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Years of Experience: Five (5) years of experience in general construction estimating
• Education: High School Degree or higher
• U.S. Citizenship is required

Job Responsibilities:

• Project Knowledge
• Bid Administration
• Review bid requirements thoroughly and ask follow-up questions on every bid
• Has a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned
• Develop RFI’s and clarifications and ensure adequate staff and subcontractor coverage
• Perform site walks to determine the necessary steps to complete projects
• Perform a comprehensive “bid day” analysis and scope review checklist outlining project-specific needs
• Determine manpower needs and associated costs required to complete projects
• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients
• Strong background in doors, frames, and hardware (DFH) to troubleshoot and resolve estimating issues that may arise throughout the bid process
• Maintain strict adherence to the budgetary guidelines, quality, and safety standards required for each project
• Collaborate with the internal business development team to accurately bid estimations on future projects
• Solicits and maintains communication with suppliers, vendors, and clients
• Prepares bid packages
• Ensures that we have the proper allowances for adequate staff coverage
• Contact supply houses to obtain additional subcontractor bids
• Shows creativity and resourcefulness to gain better pricing from vendors/suppliers
• Submits 100% of bids and budgets by the bid deadline – no exceptions
• Follow up & closing
• Consistently logs and tracks all bid submissions to include weekly follow-ups with clients
• Knows architects, construction managers, property managers, brokers, and can close business
• Reports directly to upper management for project updates and market tracking
• Project turnover
• Properly turns over bid documents and sub-buyout information to Project Management promptly. The goal is for 100% of awarded projects turned over within 24 hours of notification
• Review drawings with the Project Management team and highlight areas of concern
• Review job costs with the Project Management team and highlight any subs/material vendors that still need to be awarded
• Complete project kick-off forms to ensure compliance
• Attend regular meetings with Executive Management, Superintendents, Assistant Project Managers, and accounting personnel to ensure successful completion of the project and have lessons learned

Bonus Points:

• At least two (2) years of experience with secure doors, frames, and hardware (DFH)
• Connections to GC's, architects, and construction firms

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Health Insurance with Vision & Dental
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Three weeks Paid Time Off
• Six Observed Holidays
• Company Events

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Manassas, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)