Construction Estimator

Summary:

Our client is a privately held, Tampa-based real estate investment and development platform backed by a well-capitalized family office, offering a strong blend of stability and growth. With a vertically integrated model spanning development, construction, and investment, the company provides exposure across the full lifecycle of high-impact projects. They have delivered over $1B in project value across the Southeast and are known for combining strong financial performance with meaningful community impact. This is a high-visibility, hands-on opportunity within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with significant room for growth

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Why Consider This Opportunit

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   Build & Own the Function: Take full ownership of the estimating process and help bring structure, consistency, and scalability to preconstruction effor
2. ts.Exposure & Autonomy: Work across the full lifecycle of projects—from conceptual budgeting to final bids—while collaborating with development, construction, and executive leadersh
3. ip.Clear Path to Leadership: Start as an individual contributor with a defined path to build and lead the estimating function as the company gro
4. ws.High-Growth Environment: Join a company experiencing strong growth with an expanding pipeline of commercial projects across multiple asset class
5. es.Direct Impact on Deals: This is not a “back-office” estimating role—you’ll work directly with leadership to influence project strategy, underwriting, and deal executi

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Key Responsibilit

• ies:Own and drive the full estimating function for ground-up commercial construction projects from concept through final
• bid.Develop high-quality conceptual and detailed estimates that directly support deal strategy, underwriting, and execu
• tionPerform precise, end-to-end take-offs across materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor sc
• opesLead and manage the RFP/RFQ and bid process, including development of comprehensive bid pack
• agesStrategically solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor bids to ensure scope completeness, competitiveness, and cost accu
• racyPartner cross-functionally with development, construction, and leadership teams to influence project outc
• omesProactively identify scope gaps, cost risks, and value engineering opportunities to optimize project perform
• anceBuild and maintain budgets and cost models that drive informed investment decisions and margin protec
• tionAnalyze drawings, specifications, and project documentation to deliver accurate, fully scoped estim
• atesParticipate in site visits and key project meetings to stay closely aligned with execution and field reali
• tiesEnsure all estimates align with project timelines, scope requirements, and contractual obligat
• ionsContinuously improve estimating processes by leveraging industry best practices and emerging technolo

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Qualificat

• ions:Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related
• fieldExperience with $35M high-rise construction projects requ
• ired.Demonstrated ability to estimate full project scope, including site, structural, MEP, and interior fin
• ishesStrong capability in developing both conceptual budgets and highly detailed, construction-ready esti
• matesHands-on experience leading subcontractor bid solicitation, leveling, and scope negotia
• tionsAdvanced proficiency in estimating and construction software such as Planswift, Bluebeam, Procore, OST, Sage, ProEst, or W