Senior Commercial Estimator - $10M+ Ground-Up Projects

The Ravin Group; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Health savings account

Job summary

The Ravin Group in Indianapolis seeks a Commercial Construction Estimator with extensive experience on ground-up projects exceeding $10M. You will review plans, prepare budgets and bid documents, and coordinate subcontractor bids while maintaining project information flow.

Successful candidates will manage multiple estimates, read blueprints, and use advanced estimating tools. In-person work in central Indiana is required, with a focus on collaboration and client relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience on commercial ground-up projects in excess of $10M
• Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints and shop drawings
• Strong computer skills including estimating software, Word, Excel, Outlook, PlanSwift, Destini, ISQFT, bid management

Responsibilities

• Reviews project plans, specifications, estimating scopes and pricing.
• Prepares budget and general conditions estimates for entire project prior to bid date and reviews budgets and general conditions.
• Ensures the flow of project information is maintained and documented.
• Prepares and reviews all bid and/or estimate forms for submissions.
• Assists in developing subcontractor solicitation strategies, analyzing subcontractor bids and documenting subcontractor prequalification prior to bid date.
• Assists in coordinating insurance requirements as needed.
• Compiles pre-bid questions for submission to the owner.
• Informs staff of project requirements and owner directives, and assists in development of plans to meet stated goals.
• Attends project site pre-bid meetings and site tours.
• Reviews schedule and constructability issues with project operations staff.
• Organizes coordination meetings.
• Prepares project clarifications and bid assumptions for submission to owners.
• Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups aligning with company values and customer expectations.

Skills

Estimating experience

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management (preferred)

Tools

Destini

PlanSwift

ISQFT

Estimating software

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Ravin Group in Indianapolis seeks a Commercial Construction Estimator with extensive experience on ground-up projects exceeding $10M. You will review plans, prepare budgets and bid documents, and coordinate subcontractor bids while maintaining project information flow.

Successful candidates will manage multiple estimates, read blueprints, and use advanced estimating tools. In-person work in central Indiana is required, with a focus on collaboration and client relationships.