Commercial Construction Estimator

**ETHOS Contracting Group, LLC**

**Job Description: Estimator Position**

Ethos Contracting Group strives to bring exceptional solutions to the commercial construction industry. By definition, our ‘ethos’ is the deeply held belief that our client’s success is our success.

Ethos Contracting Group is a family-owned business in Starkville, MS, that provides quality General Contracting services. Ethos works with Sub-Contractors and Vendors to provide all material, labor, equipment, and services required for commercial construction projects. We are responsible for hiring and managing specialized subcontractors to perform the work at each job site and are looking to hire a Construction Estimator to prepare and estimate budget costs, prepare bids for new jobs, and assist on pricing changes throughout the project duration.

**Estimator Duties and Responsibilities**:
Construction Estimators work closely with architects, engineers, sub-contractors, and vendors to:

- Prepare and estimate budget costs for construction by studying plans and specifications taking into account the requirements for labor, materials, and equipment
- Estimate the amount of materials needed
- Evaluate offers to purchase by site requirements, additions, and costing changes
- Develop bids for construction projects
- Schedule meetings with clients, site managers, and staff
- Navigate and understand building codes
- Process paperwork and travel to building sites as required
- Monitor construction processes
- Stay up to date with safety codes and improvements in construction
- Collaborate with contractors to evaluate risks, estimate timelines, and ensure projects stay within budget constraints set by clients

**Estimator Qualifications/Requirements**:

- Experience in Construction with Estimating Commercial Construction Projects (5 Years Preferred)
- Ability to read and understand building plans
- Proficient in math skills
- Above average computer skills
- Critical thinking skills with ability to problem solve and make effective decisions
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously using good time management skills
- Above average written and verbal communication skills
- Cooperate with owners, clients, managers, subcontractors, and employees and maintain a positive working relationship

**Other Preferred Qualities**:

- Dedicated, well organized, able to plan and prioritize
- Detail oriented
- Able to focus on quality, accuracy, and attention to detail
- Maintain professionalism when faced with aggressive deadlines

**Job Type**:Full Time

**Work Hours/Benefits**:

- 40-hour work week (may require additional hours when deadlines apply)
- Salaried Position
- Two-weeks paid vacation after one year
- One week of sick leave available immediately upon hire
- Health Insurance for Employee and Option for Family
- Eye and Dental Insurance available
- 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
- Incentive and Performance Bonuses are Possible

Pay: $55,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Fuel reimbursement
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Compensation package:

- Yearly bonus

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- Construction estimating: 5 years (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Starkville, MS 39759 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Starkville, MS 39759: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person