The Construction Estimator is responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings,
ensuring we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. Estimators
must aggressively follow up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• General Construction Contractor estimating experience, Government Contracting
preferred.
• Proficiency in quantitative take-offs, all divisions preferred.
• Ability to foster strong relationships with subcontractors, architects, and engineers.
• Applicants must have strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.
• Bid Administration: prepares subcontractor bid packages, ensures that we have the
proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day, and enters all relevant information
into estimating software.
• Review bid requirements thoroughly and ask follow-up questions on every bid.
Qualifications & Experience:
• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field position or
equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-7+ years experience and knowledge of construction estimating, means &
methods, accounting, document organization, and ability to read / understand all
types of construction drawings and documents.
• Proficiency in MS Office/Excel software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Some periodic travel for site visits may be required.
Search is currently focused on eligible candidates residing within normal commuting
distance to our Newport News office.
