Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Estimator – Commercial Construction

Commercial Management- Design Build – General Construction

A well established, commercial construction GC/CM/Design Build (non-union) contractor completing projects in the Greater Philadelphia market/ local tristate area (PA/NJ/DE), is actively seeking to add an experienced Estimator with five to ten plus years of estimating experience in commercial, industrial, and institutional construction projects ranging on average from $5 million to $25+ million dollars. The Estimator will play a key role in developing accurate cost estimates, supporting competitive bids, and collaborating with project teams during preconstruction. This individual should bring strong technical expertise, market knowledge, and experience working in a deadline-driven environment. Compensation is commensurate with experience so please inquire today.

***Company provides: Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, Bonus eligible, Comprehensive Health Benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, 401(K) match +, Professional development and continuing education support, Career advancement opportunities within a growing construction team.***

Responsibilities:

• Projects are large scale Ground Up, Renovation, Additions.
• Project types include Commercial, Higher Education, Institutional, Healthcare, Hospital, Corporate Office to name a few.
• Experience conducting quantity take-offs, proposals, bid work, meeting with clients
• Build estimates based on an understanding of design, constructability, and sequencing of a project.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects, including conceptual, schematic, design development, and final GMP estimates.
• Review project plans, specifications, and contract documents to identify scope, requirements, and potential risks.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs of materials, labor, and equipment.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor/vendor bids, ensuring competitive coverage and compliance with project scope.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and owners during the preconstruction phase.
• Analyze historical cost data, current market pricing, and construction means/methods to support accurate estimating.
• Prepare bid proposals, scope sheets, clarifications, and value engineering options.
• Assist in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and post-bid reviews as required.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners to ensure strong market coverage and competitive pricing.
• Support cost forecasting, project budgeting, and change order pricing as needed.
• Negotiating, drafting, and purchasing of subcontract agreements.
• Perform necessary research to produce accurate, complete, and competitive pricing.
• Communicate with customers to define the project scope, address deficiencies, negotiate pricing, and build relationships.
• Prepare and present completed estimating packages to company executives and senior management.
• Follow up on all bid projects and accurately forecast future awards / probabilities.

Qualifications:

• Five (5) or more years of commercial construction estimating experience commercial, industrial, and/or institutional type projects
• Commercial Construction experience is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred but not required with relevant experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience in relevant industry estimating software (Smart Bid, Red Team, Bluebeam Revu, Builder Trend, Procore, ProEST, Sage Estimating, WinEst, TimberScan, On-Screen Takeoff, and P6 Primavera)
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates, meet deadlines, and thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Knowledge of local subcontractor market and established vendor relationships.
• LEED or other sustainability-focused project experience a plus.

Alex Showers

Liberty Personnel Services

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Key Words: Estimator, Commercial Construction, Senior Estimator, On-Screen Takeoff, Fit Out, Renovations, Additions, Ground Up, Academia, Corporate Headquarters, Higher Education, Institutional, Commercial, Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Smart Bid, Red Team, Bluebeam Revu, Builder Trend, Procore, WinEst, TimberScan, On-Screen Takeoff, and P6 Primavera.

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Company Description

Libertyjobs.com has become an essential destination site for experienced job seekers. Our recruiters are continually posting active job openings to the website. Feel free to search our database of open positions and apply for your next career move!\n\nHundreds of new jobs are listed on the site every month in a wide range of industries and locations. Last year we had over 900,000 unique job seekers visit our website, which means over 75,000 skilled job seekers search our openings every month.\n\nEstablished in 2003, Liberty Personnel quickly grew into one of the largest technical recruiting agencies on the East Coast. Today, Liberty Personnel has a national presence and a diverse client base. Listed below are a number of the industries and openings we work on:\n\nInformation Technology, Software Programmers, Engineering, Manufacturing, Legal, Plant Maintenance, Construction, Oil and Gas, Medical Communications, Accounting, Finance, Electronics, Scientific, Medical Device, Sales, Pharmaceutical, Admin, Automation, Controls, Civil, HVAC, Wastewater, Structural, Electrical, Chemists, Validations, Logistics, Food Production, Renewable Energy and Machinists.