Senior Commercial Construction Cost Estimator

5 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States G-PAC Full time
Overview

G-PAC is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Estimated Salary

$120,000 - $180,000 per year based on experience

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Commercial Construction Estimator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating proposals for both simple and complex Request for Proposal offerings, reviewing and commenting on all phases of construction documents, and evaluating quotes for applicable scopes and alignment with bid documents.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Create detailed quantity take-offs and assign market-relevant cost factors to fully articulate preliminary/final construction cost estimates
  • Negotiate/award projects to vendors (demonstrating proficient creativity, conflict resolution, and negotiating abilities)
  • Draft/Negotiate written Scopes of Work for Subcontractors and Material Suppliers to establish clear expectations
  • Maintain a record of historical costs for use in developing preliminary cost estimates for projects

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A degree in Construction or related field
  • At least 5 years of experience in commercial estimating
  • Strong technical expertise in all aspects of building construction, including general trades, plumbing trades, mechanical trades, and electrical trades
  • Excellent attention to detail and cost analysis skills
  • Proficient use of computer and estimating software

We offer a comprehensive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, health insurance, work/life balance, and exceptional pay.



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