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Estimator
Location:
FL|Florida
Industry:
General Contractor - Commercial
Salary:
$80,000.00 - $120,000.00 Annual
About the Client
I am currently seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Pre-Construction Estimator
to join a premier, privately-held general contracting and construction management firm. With over 30 years of history and a $2.5 billion+ portfolio, they have established themselves as a powerhouse in commercial, educational, and sports field construction, as well as a pioneer in the solar energy space.
About the Role
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Driving the Bid Process: You’ll manage everything from initial bid logs to the final assembly of comprehensive bid packages, ensuring our proposals are the most professional in the room.
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Deep-Dive Analysis: You’ll perform precise quantity take-offs and conduct thorough "bid leveling" to ensure our subcontractor partners are providing complete scope coverage.
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Strategic Value Engineering: I need someone who can identify creative cost-saving opportunities that maintain project quality while maximizing value for the client.
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Relationship Building: You’ll be the face of the firm to our subcontractor network, soliciting bids and building the long-term partnerships that make our projects possible.
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Project Transition: You’ll lead the hand-off to the Project Management team, ensuring they have the technical insights and budget clarity they need to succeed in the field.
About the Candidate
- The Experience: You have at least 5+ years in construction estimating or project management. If you’ve worked in the commercial or educational sectors, you’ll have a significant head start.
- The Tech Stack: You should be a power user in Excel and have hands-on experience with industry tools like Procore, Bluebeam, or PlanSwift .
- The Eye for Detail: You can spot a scope gap in a set of blueprints from a mile away. Your accuracy is your signature.
- The Communication: You can translate complex technical data into clear, actionable insights for clients and internal leadership alike.
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering is highly preferred, but your proven track record is what matters most.
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