Construction Estimator

Cornerstone Recruiting
  • Boynton Beach, FL
  • Instant Apply
30+ days ago

Job Description

Construction Estimator - Commercial
Boynton Beach, FL

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to lead preconstruction pricing efforts across a diverse portfolio of projects. This is a high-impact role responsible for developing accurate, competitive estimates that directly influence project awards, profitability, and long-term client relationships.

We are looking for a detail-driven professional with strong market awareness, sound judgment, and the ability to turn plans into strategic, winning bids.


Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze drawings, specifications, and addenda to prepare comprehensive estimates

  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, and subcontracted scopes

  • Solicit, level, and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing

  • Develop competitive bid packages and formal proposals

  • Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and clients during preconstruction

  • Maintain and update cost databases and market pricing trends

  • Identify value engineering and cost-saving opportunities

  • Support post-bid negotiations and scope clarification

  • Provide budgeting support for internal forecasting and pipeline planning

  • Ensure all estimates align with company financial and strategic objectives


Qualifications

  • 3+ years of construction estimating experience with a commercial general contractor preferred

  • Strong understanding of commercial construction methods and material costs

  • Proficiency in estimating software (Bluebeam, Planswift, Autodesk Build, ProEst, Sage Estimating, or similar)

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and architectural documents

  • Skilled in quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and bid strategy development

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills

  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

  • Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred

  • Valid driver's license required


What Sets This Role Apart

  • Direct impact on project wins and company profitability

  • Exposure to diverse national commercial projects

  • Collaborative leadership team that values estimator insight

  • Opportunity to grow within a stable, expanding contractor

Numbers & Facts

LocationBoynton Beach, FL

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Bid Packagesunmatched
  • Biddingunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Business Strategyunmatched
  • Civil Engineeringunmatched
  • Commercial Constructionunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Construction Estimatesunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Corporate Financeunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Financial Strategyunmatched
  • Forecastingunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Long-Term Profitunmatched
  • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
  • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
  • Pricingunmatched
  • Profit & Lossunmatched
  • Strategic Planningunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched

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