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Project Estimator

Orion Talent
Charleston, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2026

Estimator / MEP Estimator (Jacksonville FL, Augusta GA, Charleston SC, Charlotte NC)

Type: Full-time, onsite

Level: Mid-Senior (Preconstruction / Estimating)

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing / Data Centers / Life Sciences

What the job is

Hiring experienced estimators to join the preconstruction team working on large manufacturing and mission-critical projects.

Core responsibilities

Preconstruction & estimating

  • Lead preconstruction planning and strategic estimating efforts
  • Develop conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, schedules, and alternates
  • Perform constructability reviews and risk assessments
  • Coordinate with design teams and manage proposal development
  • Develop value engineering options and cost models

Business development & client work

  • Participate in client presentations and proposals
  • Build relationships with subcontractors and vendors
  • Help identify new project opportunities and support business growth

Requirements

  • 5 years preconstruction experience for a general contractor
  • Experience in life sciences, construction, or data centers
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and lead design-build delivery

Bachelor’s degree preferred (CM, Engineering, Architecture, Business, etc.) -Not required.

Salary : $100,000 - $150,000

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