What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Rogers-O'Brien Construction?
Rogers-O’Brien is seeking an experienced Estimator to support our Preconstruction team. This role is responsible for evaluating bid documents, coordinating subcontractor pricing, and developing accurate estimates to help win and deliver successful commercial construction projects.
Responsibilities
Rogers-O’Brien is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
Notice to Search Firms and Recruiters: Rogers-O'Brien Construction (RO) does not accept unsolicited resumes, profiles, or applications from recruiters or employment agencies. RO is under no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee in the absence of a position-specific requisition and a currently executed Recruitment Services Agreement. This includes unsolicited resumes submitted directly to any RO employee or hiring manager.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Responsibilities
- Review bid specifications, drawings, and related documents to fully understand project scope
- Perform quantity take-offs and input data into estimating software
- Solicit, track, and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids
- Monitor subcontractor participation to ensure full bid coverage
- Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project interviews as needed
- Prepare bid tabulations, qualification attachments, and post-bid files
- Submit and follow up on RFIs during the bidding process
- Coordinate with Project Managers and Superintendents on schedules and constructability considerations
- Assist with conceptual estimates based on limited information
- Maintain and update subcontractor and supplier databases
- Support bid day activities with the Preconstruction Services team
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 2 years of preconstruction experience in commercial construction
- Experience estimating projects in the $5M–$15M range preferred
- Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze drawings and specifications
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
- Technology & Tools: On-Screen Takeoff, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, SmartBid, or Building Connected and Destini or Sage Estimating(preferred)
- Competitive Salary & Benefits
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Structured career pathing and continuing education support
- RO Refresh – Additional paid time off between Christmas and New Year's
Rogers-O’Brien is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
Notice to Search Firms and Recruiters: Rogers-O'Brien Construction (RO) does not accept unsolicited resumes, profiles, or applications from recruiters or employment agencies. RO is under no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee in the absence of a position-specific requisition and a currently executed Recruitment Services Agreement. This includes unsolicited resumes submitted directly to any RO employee or hiring manager.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.