Project Estimator — Commercial Construction Expert

Blue Ridge Executive Search; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Executive Search has partnered with a leading General Contractor in Tampa to recruit a Project Estimator. The role requires strong communication, detail orientation, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment to produce accurate estimates.

The candidate will review plans and specs, prepare scopes with subs, and integrate data from historical projects. Field knowledge, CRM/estimating tools, and cross-functional teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• A four-year college degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or similar

Responsibilities

• Gather, calculate, and compile data for estimates from surveys, plans and specs
• Review project specs and drawings to understand scope and contents of estimate
• Prepare scopes of work with suppliers and subcontractors for review by PMs
• Incorporate historical data into unit and man-hour figures; analyze subcontractor quotes
• Attend meetings with architect/owner to gather/disseminate information
• Maintain relationships with owner, architect, subcontractors and suppliers

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Deadline-oriented

Relationship building

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction management/architecture

Tools

On-Screen Take Off

iSqft

Bluebeam

MS Office suite

Timberline Estimating

Primavera Scheduling

Job description

Blue Ridge Executive Search has partnered with a leading General Contractor in Tampa to recruit a Project Estimator. The role requires strong communication, detail orientation, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment to produce accurate estimates.

The candidate will review plans and specs, prepare scopes with subs, and integrate data from historical projects. Field knowledge, CRM/estimating tools, and cross-functional teamwork are essential for success.