Senior Commercial Estimator – Water Proofing & Restoration

VALCOURT EXTERIOR BUILDING SERVICES OF FLORIDA L C; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VALCOURT EXTERIOR BUILDING SERVICES OF FLORIDA L C is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator in Naples, FL to prepare accurate and competitive estimates for waterproofing, restoration, and building envelope projects. You will manage the estimating process from bid invitations through proposals, coordinating with internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to ensure successful bids.

Minimum five years of estimating experience in commercial construction is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Experience estimating one or more of: Commercial Waterproofing, Concrete Restoration, Façade Restoration, Building Envelope, Masonry Restoration, Structural Repair.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, sequencing, and industry standards.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and engineering drawings.
• Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs.
• Knowledge of AIA contracts, RFIs, change orders, procurement processes, and construction documentation.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using estimating software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, On‑Screen Takeoff, ProEst, Sage Estimating, or similar platforms is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review invitations to bid, project plans, specifications, addenda, and contract documents.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop comprehensive cost estimates.
• Prepare competitive proposals for waterproofing, restoration, and building envelope projects.
• Analyze project scope, labor requirements, material costs, equipment needs, subcontractor pricing, and schedules.
• Coordinate with project managers, operations, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to validate pricing and scope.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and project site visits as required.
• Prepare and manage RFIs and review responses impacting pricing.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, and value engineering opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and clients.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and production rates.
• Participate in project turnover meetings to ensure a smooth transition to operations.
• Support business development by identifying bidding opportunities and client presentations.

Skills

Estimating experience 5+ years

Reading/Interpreting drawings

Analytical problem-solving

Communication & relationship-building

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Bid management & deadlines

Contracts & procurement knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

On-Screen Takeoff

ProEst

Sage Estimating

Job description

VALCOURT EXTERIOR BUILDING SERVICES OF FLORIDA L C is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator in Naples, FL to prepare accurate and competitive estimates for waterproofing, restoration, and building envelope projects. You will manage the estimating process from bid invitations through proposals, coordinating with internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to ensure successful bids.

Minimum five years of estimating experience in commercial construction is required.