Construction Estimator – Insulated Metal Panels

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. Prepare detailed cost estimates and competitive bids for commercial and industrial projects involving Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) systems.

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • Georgia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing detailed cost estimates and competitive bids for Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) systems, with strong analytical and organizational skills to ensure accuracy and profitability in construction projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction Estimating ExperienceInsulated Metal Panel (IMP) EstimatingQuantity TakeoffsConstruction Estimating SoftwareAttention To Detail

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimationLabor Cost CalculationMaterial Cost CalculationEquipment Cost CalculationInstallation Cost CalculationBlueprint InterpretationTechnical Specification ReviewBid Proposal DevelopmentScope Gap IdentificationRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsMathematical SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Construction Estimating SoftwareMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Commercial ProjectsIndustrial ProjectsAdvanced ManufacturingMission-Critical Facilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare detailed cost estimates and competitive bids for commercial and industrial projects involving Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) systems.
Review construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope, material requirements, and installation details.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and calculate labor, material, equipment, and installation costs.
Develop comprehensive bid proposals outlining pricing, scope inclusions, exclusions, and project assumptions.
Identify scope gaps, potential cost risks, and project-specific requirements that could affect estimate accuracy or profitability.
Request and evaluate supplier quotations to verify material costs and maintain competitive pricing.
Coordinate with general contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to clarify project requirements and resolve estimating questions.
Maintain organized estimating records, cost breakdowns, and bid documentation while meeting submission deadlines.
Review estimates for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project drawings and specifications.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–7 years of construction estimating experience, with 3–5 years of direct Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) estimating experience strongly preferred.
Proven ability to independently prepare complete construction estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, and submit competitive bids.
Experience with advanced manufacturing, mission-critical facilities, or industrial construction projects is preferred.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, technical specifications, and bid documents.
Hands-on experience calculating labor, material, equipment, and installation costs for commercial or industrial projects.
Familiarity with construction estimating software and Microsoft Excel or comparable estimating tools.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Demonstrated ownership of the estimating process. Candidates with experience limited to project coordination, material ordering, or estimating assistance will not be a strong fit.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plan options
Paid time off
Additional company-sponsored benefits