What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Blayze Group?
Estimator | Commercial Construction
Richmond, VA | $100,000–$135,000 Base | Established General Contractor
Blayze Group is partnering with an established general contractor and construction management business to appoint an experienced Estimator based in Richmond, VA.
This position will support projects from early budgeting through detailed estimating and final pricing. The successful candidate will work closely with preconstruction teams, project managers and subcontractors to develop accurate budgets, assess scope and identify cost-effective construction solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare conceptual budgets, detailed estimates and bid proposals
- Complete quantity takeoffs and review drawings, specifications and project documents
- Develop subcontractor bid packages and coordinate trade pricing
- Analyze and level subcontractor proposals, identifying scope gaps, exclusions and cost risks
- Evaluate constructability, material alternatives and value engineering opportunities
- Track design changes and update estimates as projects develop
- Build and maintain strong subcontractor and supplier relationships
- Support the handover of budgets, scope assumptions and pricing to operations teams
What We're Looking For
- 5 years of construction estimating experience
- A strong background with a commercial general contractor or construction manager
- Experience developing estimates from early design through completed construction documents
- Strong understanding of construction methods, trade scopes and project sequencing
- Ability to interpret drawings and specifications and identify incomplete scope
- Proficiency with estimating software, digital takeoff tools and Excel
- Strong communication, organization and subcontractor coordination skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy
About the Company & Culture
This is a longstanding Virginia contractor with a diverse construction portfolio and an established presence in Richmond. The business places a strong emphasis on employee development, ongoing learning and long-term careers.
The culture will suit an estimator who takes ownership of their work, builds strong trade relationships and enjoys collaborating with preconstruction and project delivery teams.
For someone looking to build on their estimating experience, this offers varied project exposure and the opportunity to contribute to key decisions before construction begins.
Salary : $100,000 - $135,000