Senior Estimator

Performance Contracting, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentive bonus plan

401(k) retirement savings plan with match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

Flexible paid time off policy

Job summary

A leading contracting firm in Des Moines is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator. The role involves preparing proposals, evaluating quotes, and working with contractors to ensure project success. Candidates should have 5-7 years of estimating experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers a salary range of $90,000 to $120,000 plus bonuses, emphasizing teamwork and customer relationships. This is a safety-sensitive role, and local candidates will be prioritized.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience estimating construction projects required.
• Must have strong ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings.
• Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFP) for applicable scopes of work.
• Evaluate subcontractor quotes and ensure alignment with bid documents.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and estimates for projects.

Skills

Estimating construction projects

Customer relationship management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related discipline

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Quick Bid

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam Revu

Procore

PlanSwift

Job description

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee‑owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non‑residential construction markets. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from a diversity of backgrounds and experiences, as well as supporting a culture of safety and inclusiveness that allows you to contribute to your fullest potential. We place high value on training and professional development, encouraging you to broaden and strengthen your unique skill sets so you can fully realize your potential.

Job Description

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for its Des Moines, IA #587 operations based in Des Moines, IA. This individual will be responsible for estimating PCI scopes of work.

Job responsibilities include:

• Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFP) for applicable scopes of work
• Receive and evaluate subcontractor quotes for applicable scopes and their alignment with bid documents
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the local customer base to support PCI's Customer Alignment objectives
• Work directly with owners, construction managers, architects, engineers, and contractors
• Attend pre‑bid site walk‑throughs
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and estimates
• Dissect projects into functional stages
• Carefully review project schedules related to applicable scopes
• Write detailed proposals, maintaining accuracy and ensuring completeness
• Prepare bid analyses and conduct bid reviews
• Prepare financial job cost analyses
• Source subcontractors, materials, and equipment while evaluating competitive pricing
• Provide training and leadership to other members of the Estimating team, as needed
• Maintain accountability and ownership of business metrics and sales plans
• Participate in bid strategy meetings for all major pursuits

Salary range: $90,000 - $120,000 annual salary plus non‑guaranteed annualized bonus program.
This position is safety sensitive.

Basic Requirements

• Must have at least 5-7 years' experience estimating construction projects
• Must have at least 10 years of total experience within the construction industry
• Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction
• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI's scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods
• Has a record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills
• Possess a high level of attention to detail and cost analysis skills
• Ability to accurately read project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of work
• Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On‑Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwift
• Ability to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independently
• Has capacity and willingness to expand upon or acquire new knowledge about product lines/scopes
• Possess critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline
• Experience with drywall and framing for commercial interior projects.
• OSHA certification
• Experience working with union representatives
• Local to Des Moines, IA

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

At Performance Contracting, our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life.

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

PCG is a background screening, drug‑free workplace. In accordance with the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.), Title 50, Chapter 9, PCG's Drug‑Free Workplace Program includes drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process and throughout employment, as applicable.

NOTICE TO STAFFING FIRMS, AGENCIES, AND EMPLOYMENT VENDORS: Performance Contracting Group and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes or claims on candidates from third‑party employment vendors unless a signed Fee Agreement is in place AND a candidate has been submitted into our applicant tracking system (Dayforce). Vendor solicitation should be directed to the Corporate Recruitment Department directly; as such, firms that circumvent the required compliant process will be barred from submitting candidates. In the absence of a signed Fee Agreement and proper resume submission, PCG does not recognize any claim on a candidate by a third party and will consider unsolicited resumes the property of the company, reserving the right to engage and hire those candidates without any financial responsibility to the third‑party vendor.