Project Estimator

Dean Builds, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Dean Builds, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Estimator to drive bid reviews and establish comprehensive estimates for commercial and industrial construction projects.

You will coordinate with the Business Development Director and Project Executive, solicit subcontractor bids, and prepare detailed estimates using historical data and current pricing. Responsibilities include take-offs, price development, and collaboration with Project Managers through project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Construction estimating experience preferred (5 years)
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture) preferred

Responsibilities

• Drive day-to-day bid reviews and estimating processes for Dean Builds
• Assist with conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document estimates
• Solicit bids from subcontractors and manage plan/specs distribution
• Prepare bids, take-offs, and unit pricing using historical data and vendor input
• Maintain vendor/subcontractor bid lists and cost history
• Collaborate with Project Managers and VP/Executive team on pricing changes and scope
• Attend pre-bid meetings and inspect sites to validate estimates
• Log and track all bid questions, RFIs, and scope clarifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Planswift / On-Screen Takeoff

Building Connected / Procore

Job description

Welcome to Dean Builds, your trusted partner in commercial and industrial construction. We specialize in Construction Management, General Contracting, and Design-Build services. With our extensive experience, we have built strong relationships with locally and nationally recognized customers. You will have the opportunity to build their schools, churches, commercial and industrial projects. We are licensed to work in Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and West Virginia, ensuring that we can serve construction needs across multiple states.

We are currently looking to add team members who are driven, passionate, and committed to excellence. In this fast-paced environment, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects alongside a close-knit team. From building projects in your community of which you will be proud to managing complex construction processes, your skills and expertise will be put to the test every day.

Project Estimator Responsibilities:

• Responsible for driving the day-to-day needs of all Dean Builds bid reviews and estimating processes.
• Assist the Business Development Director/Project Executive with all types of estimates including conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction document estimates using historical data, subcontractor input, and unit pricing in an effort to prepare for all preconstruction services.
• Solicit bids from subcontractors, send plans and specifications, and follow up to ensure proper coverage as necessary.
• Elevate and bid level subcontractor bids.
• Read and understand project documents, plans, specifications and requirements, to prepare estimates with Dean Builds estimating worksheet.
• Utilize a variety of software and systems including:
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Planswift / On-Screen Takeoff
  • Building Connected / Procore
• Prepare estimates including:
  • Performing take-offs and in house estimates for all disciplines
  • Access Scope and location of project
  • Identify all bid/task items required to be procured on the project
  • Build and review general conditions/overhead/profit with executive
  • Attend pre-bid meetings, inspect existing building and site conditions
  • Discover, track and write bid questions and RFI's
  • Prepare bid qualifications, clarifications, exclusions and scope narratives
• Maintain and update Vendor/Contractor bid lists and contact information.
• Update and maintain unit price/cost history database.
• Work with Project Managers throughout the life of the project to assist in pricing change order requests, as well as assisting the Project Team with a full understanding of the estimates and scope of the projects.
• Identify and pass on to sales team any potential opportunities identified during daily communications with vendors and customers.
• Assist in updating estimating procedures, bid logs, subcontractor and material vendor databases.
• Log all new projects for bid and secure costs from all vendors for General Conditions and Main Summary items.
• Make initial review of, and sign off on, all final estimate packages after review with Project Executives to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Other duties that may be assigned by the VP of Business Development or Chief Estimator.

Requirements

• Construction estimating: 5 years (Preferred)
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor's degree in a related field (Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Work Location: In person

The Company does not provide immigration or work visa sponsorship.