Construction Estimator

Senior Construction Estimator - Commercial and Institutional Construction - Base Salary to 135k/year - Kimberton, PA

• Our client is an established commercial and custom construction firm serving the Greater Philadelphia region. The company specializes in complex institutional, commercial, and high-end residential projects and is seeking a Senior Construction Estimator to join its preconstruction team.
• This position is responsible for preparing detailed construction estimates, performing quantity takeoffs, evaluating subcontractor and supplier proposals, and supporting project planning efforts from initial budgeting through final proposal submission.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate, detailed, and organized construction estimates and project proposals.
• Review drawings, specifications, and other project documents to determine scope and pricing requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analyses for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations for completeness, accuracy, and competitiveness.
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and clients.
• Assist with project budgeting, value engineering, and cost planning efforts.
• Develop and support preliminary construction schedules.
• Collaborate with project management and operations teams during preconstruction and project turnover.

Qualifications:

• 8 years of construction estimating experience.
• Experience estimating institutional, commercial, and high-end custom residential construction projects.
• Experience preparing detailed quantity takeoffs, bid packages, and project cost estimates.
• Experience reviewing subcontractor and supplier proposals.
• Proficiency with construction estimating software such as Sage, Pipeline, or similar estimating platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Compensation:

• Base salary in the 110k - 135k/year range.
• Annual bonus opportunities.
• Profit sharing program after one year of employment.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• 401k retirement program.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid sick time.
• Career advancement opportunities.