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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive expertise in construction estimating, including detailed quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and bid proposal development. Proficient in utilizing construction estimating software and Microsoft Excel to support accurate pricing strategies and project profitability.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Construction EstimatingInsulated Metal Panel (IMP) EstimatingQuantity TakeoffsConstruction Cost AnalysisConstruction Estimating Software
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Hard Skills
Cost EstimationBid Proposal DevelopmentQuantity TakeoffsLabor PricingMaterial PricingInstallation CostsConstruction Drawings InterpretationTechnical Specifications ReviewPricing Strategy DevelopmentCost Risk Evaluation
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsCommercial JudgmentProblem-SolvingCommunicationCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Construction Estimating SoftwareMicrosoft Excel
Industry Keywords
Commercial ConstructionIndustrial ConstructionMission-Critical FacilitiesBid DocumentationCost Databases
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and competitive bids for commercial and industrial IMP projects.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, and bid packages to evaluate project scope, installation requirements, and pricing considerations.
- Perform and validate detailed quantity takeoffs, including labor, materials, equipment, and installation costs.
- Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, and potential cost risks affecting project pricing and profitability.
- Review supplier and subcontractor quotations, verify pricing, and resolve discrepancies before finalizing estimates.
- Develop comprehensive bid proposals with pricing, scope inclusions, exclusions, and project assumptions.
- Coordinate with general contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to clarify technical requirements and address bid-related questions.
- Maintain accurate estimating records, cost databases, and bid documentation.
- Review estimates for accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness before final submission.
- Provide technical estimating guidance and pricing recommendations supporting bid strategy and profitable project acquisition.
Requirements
What you’ll need- 8+ years of direct construction estimating or closely related project management experience, with substantial Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) estimating experience strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to independently develop, manage, and own complex construction estimates and competitive bids.
- Experience with advanced manufacturing, mission-critical facilities, or industrial construction projects is strongly preferred.
- Advanced ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, technical specifications, and bid documents.
- Extensive experience with quantity takeoffs, labor and material pricing, installation costs, and construction cost analysis.
- Proficiency with construction estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and related cost estimation tools.
- Strong commercial judgment and analytical skills, including the ability to identify scope gaps, evaluate cost risks, and develop accurate pricing strategies.
- Demonstrated ownership of estimating or project costs is required. General commercial construction experience without relevant estimating responsibility or comparable specialty construction experience will not be sufficient.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health insurance.
- Retirement plan options.
- Paid time off.
- Additional company-sponsored benefits.