Estimator
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
About the Company
A nationally ranked construction management firm is seeking an Estimator to join its Raleigh office. This role is ideal for someone with 3+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience working at a General Contractor, looking to work on large-scale, high-profile projects within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Position Overview:
The Estimator will play a key role in supporting preconstruction efforts, contributing to cost estimates, coordinating with subcontractors, and ensuring accurate pricing strategies during early project phases.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare quantity take-offs and pricing for labor, materials, and equipment
- Analyze drawings, specifications, and related documentation to determine project scope
- Coordinate communication with subcontractors, suppliers, and design teams
- Support budgeting for conceptual and schematic design stages
- Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost-saving strategies
- Assist in bid package preparation and internal cost reporting
- Contribute to mentoring junior estimating staff as needed
Required Experience:
- 3+ years in construction estimating or a related field
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent preferred
- Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with estimating software tools
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
- In-depth understanding of construction means, methods, and cost structures
- High attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
Benefits
Excellent benefits are provided to successful candidates, including:
- Healthcare
- Dental
- Life Insurance
- Disability
- Vision
- HSA
- Training and Career Development
- Company Stock Ownership
Consistently ranked among the Top 100 Contractors in the U.S., this firm is known for its commitment to excellence, employee development, and project delivery across commercial, healthcare, academic, and institutional sectors. The Raleigh office offers access to innovative projects and a highly respected preconstruction team.