• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • $81,000–$99,000 Per Year
  • Full-time
  • Instant Apply
1 day ago
Michael Page International

Job Description

Junior Estimator

Join a growing sitework contractor with advancement potential. Learn from experienced estimators on impactful projects.

Our client is an established construction and site development contractor serving builders, developers, engineers, and related stakeholders throughout the region. The organization has a long-standing reputation for delivering excavation, site development, and related construction services, with a strong focus on safety, teamwork, innovation, and continued growth.

Key Responsibilities of Junior Estimator

  • Assist with the preparation of estimates, budgets, and bid proposals for construction projects.
  • Review plans, specifications, and project documents to support quantity takeoffs and pricing.
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotations.
  • Support senior estimators and project managers throughout the bidding process.
  • Maintain estimating databases, bid documentation, and project records.
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings and project handoff activities as required.
  • Coordinate with operations, project management, and field teams to ensure estimate accuracy.

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.

Ideal Junior Estimator Profile

  • Entry-level to early-career building and construction professional interested in estimating and preconstruction.
  • Degree or coursework in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
  • Internship, co-op, or field experience within construction, excavation, sitework, civil, or general contracting environments preferred.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical abilities.
  • Effective communicator who thrives in a collaborative team environment.
  • Eagerness to learn estimating software, construction methods, and project delivery processes.

Required Skills and Experience

  • Basic understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally if required.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to join a growing construction organization with established industry relationships.
  • Direct mentorship from experienced estimators and project managers.
  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of site development and construction projects.
  • Career advancement potential within a growing team.

Job Summary

Sector Construction Sub Sector Estimator Industry Property Where Philadelphia Contract Type Permanent

Numbers & Facts

LocationPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$81,000–$99,000 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
  • Biddingunmatched
  • Budgetingunmatched
  • Civil Engineeringunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Estimating Softwareunmatched
  • Construction Drawingsunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Construction Projectsunmatched
  • Database Administrationunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Excavationunmatched
  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Operations Managementunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Pricingunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Support Documentationunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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