Construction Estimator

Job Overview
JG Development, inc. is seeking an experienced, driven, and dependable Commercial Construction Estimator to join our team. The commercial construction estimator plays a critical role in the planning, estimating, and management of commercial construction projects, ensuring the efficient transition from initial concept to project execution. This individual will oversee the estimating process, provide key input during preconstruction, and manage relationships with clients, subcontractors, and the internal project team.

Duties

• Develop preliminary budgets, schedules, and project plans using estimating software, historical data, and industry standards.
• Prepare cost estimates to ensure all necessary costs are covered for materials, labor and subcontractor work.
• Manage the bidding process for projects.
• Review drawings for compliance with scope, specifications, and regulations.
• Solicit bids from subcontractors and evaluate for completeness and make appropriate recommendations.
• Review all estimates.
• Build and maintain a strong network of subcontractors.
• Coordination of scope documents and development of clear bid packages for distribution.
• Lead the transition of projection from preconstruction to project management.
• Review all estimates, drawings and project specifications with the PM team.
• Keep team organized by ensuring project contracts are signed and stored.
• Identify potential risks and take proactive steps to mitigate.
• Support sales and business development efforts through estimates and meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial construction, with focused knowledge of estimating
• Experience in reading blueprints, specification sheets, manuals and schematics
• Proficient in software programs, Microsoft Office- word, excel, outlook, Bluebeam, etc.
• Ability to develop and manage detailed project budgets and schedules
• Ability to reflect our company’s values in your work and interactions with others, including, but not limited to: Above and beyond; over-deliver, customer first; listen; profit; flexibility; recognition, opportunity, dedication, communication, loyalty, respect and reputation
• Valid driver’s license with proof of insurance is required; with the ability to travel within Wisconsin and other states as necessary
• Successful completion of background check

Join our team as a Construction Estimator where you will play a vital role in shaping successful construction projects through precise estimation and management practices.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Employee stock ownership plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person