What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator - Masonry Restoration position at THE WITMER GROUP?
Company: The Witmer Group
Location: Lancaster, PA
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday
Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Vice President of Masonry Restoration
The Witmer Group is seeking a high-performance Estimator to support continued growth in masonry restoration and concrete repair. This role is designed for a disciplined, results-driven professional who understands that estimating is not just pricing work - it requires strong technical knowledge combined with client-facing professionalism and a proactive business development mindset.
What Success Looks Like:
- Produces accurate, well-scoped estimates that inform the customer of our intended work and minimize post-award surprises.
- Demonstrates disciplined take-off and cost development processes.
- Identifies risk exposures in contract documents and communicates them clearly.
- Maintains a structured bid follow-up process to improve close rate.
- Actively builds and maintains relationships with owners, GCs, engineers, and referral partners.
- Contributes to improved company-wide win rates through thoughtful pursuit strategy.
Core Responsibilities
- Develop detailed masonry restoration estimates from site visits or plans and specifications.
- Perform quantity take-offs and solicit competitive subcontractor and supplier pricing.
- Review bid documents for scope gaps, risk allocation, bonding, and insurance requirements.
- Prepare conceptual budgets and change order pricing as needed.
- Collaborate with operations to validate production assumptions and labor strategies.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings and job walks.
- Maintain organized estimating files and historical cost data.
- Support transition to project management with complete and organized turnover documentation.
- Proactively follow up on bids and pursue awarded opportunities.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Post-secondary education is helpful, including trade school, technical institute, or college coursework related to construction, engineering, architecture, or building science.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred but not required.
Industry & Technical Experience
- Experience in masonry or masonry restoration is valuable but not required – candidates with experience as a structural engineer, façade inspector, or related building envelope professionals are encouraged to apply.
- Prior estimating experience preferred but not required for candidates with strong technical field knowledge.
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents with strong attention to scope clarity and risk identification.
- Experience with drone-based documentation or inspection is a plus. FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification (or willingness to obtain) is desirable.
Professional Competencies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients and internal teams.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
- Physically able to access job sites and perform field walks.
- Valid driver’s license.
About The Witmer Group
The Witmer Group is a leading specialty contractor focused on masonry restoration, waterproofing, and exterior building envelope solutions. We prioritize disciplined operations, strong financial controls, and long-term client relationships. Our culture is performance-driven and objective-based — we value ownership mindset, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Why Join The Witmer Group
- Performance-based compensation tied to results.
- Clear opportunity for professional growth.
- Stable, established specialty contractor with strong market presence.
- Team-oriented environment with high expectations and strong support systems.