Construction Estimator

Title: Construction Estimator

Location: Freeburg, IL

Type: Full-Time (Direct Hire)

Responsibilities

• Develop labor, material, and time management projections.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to analyze project details and costs.
• Perform detailed takeoff estimates for subcontractor bids.
• Create project schedules and estimate durations.
• Work closely with Project Superintendents throughout the project, including reviewing scope, budgeting, and pricing.
• Record project and unit costs accurately.
• Assist in defining scheduling requirements with architects, subcontractors, and owners.
• Build relationships and generate interest from bidders in various markets.
• Identify and invite qualified subcontractors to bid.
• Create and update quantity take-offs and keep current with material pricing.
• Maintain and update the subcontractor bid list.
• Conduct monthly project reviews for billing, labor expenses, and financial reports.
• Learn and utilize estimating templates and programs.
• Oversee preconstruction meetings and estimating for assigned projects.
• Develop and maintain relationships with current and potential customers.
• Review proposals, blueprints, and specifications to determine labor, material, and time requirements.
• Organize and store project documents and information systematically.
• Validate subcontractor proposals and bids.
• Attend pre-bid site walkthroughs.
• Communicate transparently with project superintendents regarding price changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, or Construction Engineering, or 7 years of PM / Estimating experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Experience with or willingness to learn Procore.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under time constraints.
• Adaptability to changing scenarios.
• Professional demeanor with co-workers and clients

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Sick Days
• Competitive Compensation
• 100% Family Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits through the Mid-America Carpenter’s Union
• 3% Retirement account match
• Opportunities for Career Growth

Thanks & Regards,

Victor Ray

Senior Recruiter

TETRIQ SOLUTIONS LLC (USA)

2340 East Trinity Mills Road, Suite 300, Carrollton, TX, USA

Office Phone: 1 469-639-0864

Email: Victor@tetriqsolutions.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-ray-7337941b1/