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Construction Estimator

Michael Page International
  • Syracuse, New York
  • $100,000–$130,000 Per Year
  • Full-time
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Michael Page International

Job Description

Construction Estimator

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.

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.

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.

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.

Permanent Construction Estimator position.

Salary of $100,000 to $130,000.

Comprehensive benefits package

Interested? Apply today.

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Numbers & Facts

LocationSyracuse, New York
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$100,000–$130,000 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Websitehttps://www.michaelpage.ca/

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Budget Managementunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Building Systemsunmatched
  • Commercial Constructionunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Comparative Analysisunmatched
  • Construction Estimatesunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Cost Controlunmatched
  • Cost Modelingunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Data Analysisunmatched
  • Database Administrationunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Historical Cost Principleunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Pricingunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Proposal Writingunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Retailunmatched
  • Risk Analysisunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Value Engineeringunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched

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