Estimator | Construction
Chicago, IL | 75 year General Contractor | Crain's Best Place to Work
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This is a strong opportunity for an experienced estimating professional who wants to work on a diverse pipeline of complex projects while joining a well-resourced contractor with strong leadership, established systems and long-term growth opportunities.
The company works across a broad range of sectors, with projects ranging from approximately $5M to $50M+.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed estimates for commercial construction projects.
- Analyze drawings, specifications, scopes, and bid documents.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, and equipment costs.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
- Identify project risks, value-engineering opportunities, and cost-saving options.
- Prepare bid packages and support tender submissions.
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and clients.
- Maintain current pricing databases and historical cost information.
- Support project handover from preconstruction to operations.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of construction estimating experience , primarily in the commercial and building sector.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, scheduling, and local market conditions.
- Proven experience estimating projects from concept through final tender.
- Ability to interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP documents.
- Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Degree or diploma in construction management, engineering, quantity surveying, or a related field is preferred. xhqgsiq
Industry-leading benefits include:
- Highly competitive base salary
- Significant annual performance bonus
- Company vehicle or monthly vehicle allowance
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
- Strong 401(k) match and retirement benefits
- Generous PTO
- Paid holidays
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Cell phone and technology allowance
- Continuing education and professional development
- Leadership development and mentorship
- Regular compensation and performance reviews
- Strong internal promotion opportunities
- Strong pipeline of Chicago-based work
- Opportunity to influence projects before they ever reach the field
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
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