Senior Estimator / Pre-Construction Coordinator

Protouch Staffing; Milford (NH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Annual bonus pay (discretionary)

Job summary

Protouch Staffing is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead the commercial construction estimating process in Milford, NH. The role involves budgeting, detailed take-offs, and preparing competitive bids for multiple projects.

Candidates should read drawings and specs, evaluate subcontractor bids, and collaborate with owners, architects, and engineers to mitigate risks while ensuring accurate cost proposals and timely bid submissions.

Qualifications

• Significant commercial construction estimating experience.
• Ability to prepare detailed estimates, budgets, and cost proposals.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Extensive experience with quantity take-offs for labor, materials, and subcontractors.
• Analyze and evaluate bids, identify scope gaps, and assess risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead Estimating Department activities from budgeting to bid submission.
• Review drawings, specs, addenda to develop complete estimates.
• Perform quantity take-offs and develop costs for labor, materials, and subs.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Maintain bid documentation and respond to client requirements.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and project teams on estimates.
• Monitor pricing trends and support schedule development during pre-construction.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Take-offs

Budgeting & cost control

Reading drawings/specs

Bid analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Multitasking

Travel readiness

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

SAGE300

Turnstone platforms

Cloud-based tools

Job description

Location & Relocation: This is an on-site position based in Milford, NH, with regular travel to various project sites.

Candidates currently residing in New Hampshire or within a reasonable commuting distance of Milford will be given priority consideration.

Qualifications

• Significant previous commercial construction estimating experience is required.
• Proven experience independently preparing detailed estimates, budgets, and cost proposals.
• Strong ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and other construction drawings and specifications.
• Extensive experience performing detailed quantity take-offs for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, materials, sequencing, and current construction costs.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, level, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids, including scopes, exclusions, qualifications, and assumptions.
• Ability to identify scope gaps, design discrepancies, constructability concerns, and potential cost and schedule risks.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, cost management, value engineering, and cost forecasting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates, projects, and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with cloud-based software and digital tools utilizes Microsoft 365, Dropbox, Procore, Bluebeam, PDF-based construction documents, SAGE300 for estimating, and a web-based timekeeping application as part of its day-to-day operations.
• Ability and willingness to learn and effectively use Turnstone's technology platforms and cloud-based systems.
• Sage/Timberline estimating experience, as well as digital take-off software experience, is preferred.
• Experience with CM, design-build, negotiated, or GMP project delivery, as well as lump sum bid, are preferred.
• Familiarity with New Hampshire building codes, permitting requirements, and local construction practices is a plus.
• Valid driver's license required. Ability and willingness to travel to various project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead all activities in Estimating Department.
• Lead and manage estimates from initial conceptual budgeting through final bid submission and contract award for commercial construction.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, addenda, and other project documents to develop complete and accurate estimates.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Solicit, analyze, level, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Develop project budgets, cost proposals, bid summaries, and supporting estimating documentation.
• Identify scope gaps, design inconsistencies, constructability issues, and potential cost and schedule risks throughout the pre-construction process.
• Work closely with owners, architects, engineers, project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers to clarify scope, resolve issues, and develop practical solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to support competitive pricing and successful project pursuits.
• Participate in design reviews and pre-construction meetings, providing estimating, constructability, and cost input.
• Support value engineering efforts and develop cost-effective alternatives that meet project requirements and client objectives.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, subcontractor information, and current market pricing.
• Monitor labor, material, and subcontractor pricing trends and incorporate current market conditions into estimates.
• Assist with project schedule development and sequencing considerations during pre-construction.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and competitive proposals in accordance with project requirements and deadlines.
• Manage multiple active estimates and project pursuits simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, organization, and adherence to critical bid deadlines.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Annual bonus pay (discretionary)