Estimator

• Lead estimating activities for complex Federal construction projects from bid solicitation through project turnover.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, addenda, and contract requirements to develop complete door, frame, hardware, Division 10, and related specialty system estimates.
• Review project documents to identify and mitigate specification gaps, compliance requirements, constructability concerns, procurement challenges and execution risks.
• Develop labor, material, and procurement strategies that support competitive, executable project delivery.
• Coordinate with General Contractors, manufacturers, Operations, Procurement, Detailing, Sales, and Project Management throughout the estimating process.
• Develop estimates utilizing Comsense and manufacturer pricing while maintaining estimate accuracy and documentation.
• Support compliance with Federal contract requirements, including Buy America, Trade Agreements Act (TAA), Davis-Bacon, FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific requirements.
• Lead pre-award and post-award turnover meetings to ensure complete communication of project scope, assumptions, pricing, and contractual obligations.
• Compare estimated versus actual project performance to support continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Senior Estimator leading estimating for complex Federal construction projects

Senior Estimator – FedGov

Senior Estimator leading estimating efforts for complex Federal construction projects. Collaborating with teams to ensure successful project deliverables and compliance with Federal requirements.

• Prepare estimates for Federal construction projects utilizing drawings, specifications, addenda, and contract documents.
• Perform complete door, frame, hardware, Division 10, and related specialty system takeoffs and pricing.
• Interpret project specifications and identify scope discrepancies, conflicts, and clarification opportunities for escalation.
• Coordinate pricing with manufacturers and suppliers to develop complete and competitive proposals.
• Develop estimates utilizing Comsense and manufacturer pricing while maintaining estimate accuracy and documentation.
• Support compliance with Federal contract requirements, including Buy America, Trade Agreements Act (TAA), Davis-Bacon, FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific requirements.
• Coordinate with Sales, Operations, Project Management, Procurement, and Detailing to support successful project execution.
• Participate in project turnover meetings and assist in communicating project scope, assumptions, and estimate documentation.
• Compare estimated versus actual project performance to support continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Estimator for Federal construction projects ensuring accurate estimations and team coordination

Estimator – FedGov

Estimator for Federal construction projects ensuring accurate and compliant estimates. Coordinating across teams and suppliers, supporting contract compliance within regulatory frameworks.

• Read, interpret, and understand Structural blue-prints and US building codes
• Oversee all estimating outputs, including ownership of calculations, accuracy, and quality assurance.
• Train offshore team members and develop training materials, processes, and systems.
• Review complex or unusual plans and resolve technical issues escalated by the estimating team.
• Identify opportunities to improve estimating processes, workflows, and quality standards.
• Provide technical input to product development, including estimating workflows, material takeoffs, wall designs, and truss designs.
• Respond to customer questions and resolve technical issues related to estimates and outputs.

Construction Estimator using AI tools for material take-offs.

Construction Estimator utilizing advanced AI tools for generating precise material take-offs from building plans. Overseeing estimating processes and training offshore team members.

• Will be involved throughout the estimating, bidding, vendor and subcontractor proposal review and purchasing processes.
• Ability to develop detailed quantity take-offs.
• Develop bid packages / contract scopes of work for subcontractors, evaluate subcontractor bids and issue contracts.
• Collects project data and compares to the offices capabilities.
• Performs new equipment takeoffs.
• Prepares equipment submittals.
• Assists Managers and Project Managers with technical support.
• Performs construction plan review or other requirements as determined by project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet all of the customers facility requirements.
• Provides knowledge and consultation in the form of developing facility-related solutions for the customers problems.
• Determines project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet the entire customers Building system design and installation requirements.
• Develops, evaluates, and discusses possible solutions with Manager, Project Manager, Sub-contractor, Supplier, and/or customer.
• Coordinates selection, pricing, and integrates equipment, controls, and services for each project.
• Prepares, finalizes, and reviews preliminary and/or final proposal / submittal complete.
• Helps Manager determine proposal price and selling strategy.
• Resolves major deviations from scope with team after Project Scope Validation.
• Helps Manager develop project fulfillment schedule with project team.
• Prepares and reviews contract terms and conditions using standard contract templates when applicable.
• Works with team members to solicit proper expertise in order to meet customer needs.
• Other such duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Company from time to time.

Estimator in Mechanical Department for HVAC projects

Estimator – Mechanical

Estimator in Mechanical Department focusing on HVAC systems for MSS Solutions in Zebulon, NC. Responsible for bidding, vendor proposals, and project coordination.

• Perform quantity surveys, or "takeoffs," by analyzing blueprints, maps, and other technical documents to compile estimates.
• Assist in preparing and compiling data for bid proposals, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, project managers, and suppliers to clarify project requirements.
• Use industry-standard software, including estimating programs, spreadsheets (like Microsoft Excel) and Blue Beam.

Entry-level Estimator assisting with construction project calculations at Bateman Civil Survey

Entry-level Estimator assists in calculating costs and resources for construction projects at Bateman Civil Survey. Supporting the Myrtle Beach office while working from Apex, Charlotte, or Wilmington locations.

• Will be involved throughout the estimating, bidding, vendor and subcontractor proposal review and purchasing processes
• Ability to develop detailed quantity take-offs
• Develop bid packages / contract scopes of work for subcontractors, evaluate subcontractor bids and issue contracts
• Collects project data and compares to the office's capabilities
• Performs new equipment takeoffs
• Prepares equipment submittals
• Assists Managers and Project Managers with technical support
• Performs construction plan review or other requirements as determined by project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet all of the customer's facility requirements
• Provides knowledge and consultation in the form of developing facility-related solutions for the customer's problems
• Determines project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet the entire customer's Building system design and installation requirements
• Develops, evaluates, and discusses possible solutions with Manager, Project Manager, Sub-contractor, Supplier, and/or customer
• Coordinates selection, pricing, and integrates equipment, controls, and services for each project
• Prepares, finalizes, and reviews preliminary and/or final proposal / submittal complete
• Helps Manager determine proposal price and selling strategy
• Resolves major deviations from scope with team after Project Scope Validation
• Helps Manager develop project fulfillment schedule with project team
• Prepares and reviews contract terms and conditions using standard contract templates when applicable
• Works with team members to solicit proper expertise in order to meet customer needs

Estimator in Plumbing handling bids and project proposals for MSS Solutions.

Estimator – Plumbing

Estimator in Plumbing responsible for bidding, subcontractor proposal review, and project support at MSS Solutions. Collaborating with project teams and providing technical expertise to meet customer needs.

• Perform detailed sheet metal takeoffs using Trimble or similar takeoff software, including rectangular duct, spiral duct, and specialty materials.
• Assist in developing estimates from early design sets, narratives, and partial drawings.
• Support pricing efforts where design is incomplete by helping fill in scope gaps and make reasonable, defensible assumptions.
• Generate and interpret reports including material quantities, fabrication labor, and field installation labor.
• Develop fabrication estimates including material, labor, and production requirements for the Carolina Spiral shop.
• Provide field installation labor based on takeoff quantities and production rates.
• Review construction drawings, early design documents, and narratives to identify duct systems, pressure classes, fabrication requirements, and missing scope.
• Apply knowledge of SMACNA standards and duct construction methods.
• Identify and resolve scope gaps, inconsistencies, and constructability issues.
• Coordinate with internal mechanical estimators, the fabrication shop, and engineering as needed.
• Provide technical support related to duct fabrication scope and pricing.
• Support development of accurate and competitive fabrication and installation pricing.
• Other such duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Company from time to time.

Estimator at MSS Solutions performing sheet metal takeoffs and estimates

Estimator at MSS Solutions handling sheet metal takeoffs and pricing for HVAC industry. Collaborating with teams to support fabrication and installation estimates.

• Analyzes blueprints and other documents and prepares detailed cost estimates
• Performs accurate quantity takeoffs of available design documents
• Leads the development of conceptual and feasibility cost model estimates utilizing historic benchmarking information and industry experience
• Obtains accurate and up-to-date pricing information from databases, contractors, suppliers, etc. to utilize in estimates
• Reviews inputted estimate takeoff information in CATO for specific disciplines
• Reviews and finalizes estimate unit cost pricing to reflect current market conditions and specific project logistics
• Prepares cost reconciliation between two or more estimates and explain variance cost drivers
• Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary

CSA Estimator preparing cost estimates for various projects at AtkinsRéalis.

CSA Estimator

CSA Estimator preparing cost estimates for transportation, industrial, manufacturing, and commercial projects at AtkinsRéalis. Collaborating with engineers and architects while utilizing MS Excel and document control tools.

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