Title: Estimator
Location: Nashville, TN
Salary: Up to $135k base
Client:
A well-established General Contractor delivering commercial construction projects across multiple sectors. The company offers a collaborative environment with a strong focus on innovation, construction technology, and professional development.
On Offer:
- Collaborative environment working with design teams, subcontractors, and suppliers, and mentoring junior team members.
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development
- Involvement in both traditional estimating and technology-driven preconstruction processes
Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and develop accurate project estimates
- Develop unit pricing for materials, labor, and construction components
- Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier proposals
- Utilize BIM technology to support estimating and project planning
- Generate project renderings and virtual construction logistics plans
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers throughout preconstruction
- Maintain strong relationships with design consultants and trade partners
- Support the use of estimating and design software to improve project efficiency
- Mentor and support junior estimating team members
- Participate in industry events and professional associations
Requirements:
- 2 to 10 years of construction estimating experience
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and estimating processes
- Proficiency with Sage Timberline, iSqFt, and On-Screen Takeoff
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Bentley, Navisworks, or SketchUp Pro
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
- Strong subcontractor negotiation and relationship management skills
- Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, team-oriented approach with an interest in professional development
Estimator in Nashville at Niche SSP - No.1 for Estimating Talent
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