Construction Estimator

• Prepare detailed conceptual, schematic, design-development, and final construction estimates.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and bid documents to develop accurate quantity takeoffs and pricing.
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Develop budgets, cost models, and value engineering recommendations during preconstruction.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, architects, engineers, and clients throughout the estimating process.
• Identify project risks, scope gaps, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist in proposal preparation, bid submissions, and project transition meetings.
• Maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships to support competitive pricing.
• Track historical cost data and maintain estimating databases.
• Support contract negotiations and project handoff to operations teams.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Influence projects before construction begins.Join a growing commercial construction team.

A successful Construction Estimator should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Experience estimating commercial construction projects across multiple market sectors.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across technical and operational teams.
• Self-motivated professional capable of managing multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or CCM are preferred but not required.

Required Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of estimating experience within commercial construction.
• Proven experience developing detailed construction estimates and quantity takeoffs.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction methods, materials, and building systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience reviewing subcontractor bids and performing bid leveling analyses.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost control, value engineering, and procurement processes.
• Proficiency with estimating software such as Sage Estimating, On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, DESTINI, ProEst, or similar platforms.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.

Our client is an established commercial construction organization delivering projects across multiple sectors, including healthcare, education, industrial, office, retail, and mixed-use developments. The company is committed to collaborative project delivery, operational excellence, and building long-term relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners.

• Permanent Construction Estimator position.
• Salary of $100,000 to $130,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package

Interested? Apply today.