Estimator

• Support the bidding process by developing and preparing project or service cost estimates
• Coordinate overall estimates and proposals with assigned capture teams
• Present periodic and final submittals to regional managers and corporate representatives
• Identify project solutions and estimate resources for simple and complex projects
• Prepare detailed cost estimates using HCSS software and assist with proposal submittal documents
• Assess and communicate project risks based on proposal documents
• Coordinate quantity takeoffs from project plans and documents
• Apply measurement and payment terms to estimate development
• Review drawings and specifications and identify areas requiring clarification
• Apply equipment and labor rates accurately to estimates
• Identify competitive advantages over other bidders
• Obtain competitive quotes for materials and subcontracted services
• Prepare high-level proposal schedules using critical-path scheduling software
• Maintain updated cost-information databases
• Attend pre-bid walks and determine technical project needs based on site restrictions
• Assemble bid files containing estimate-development information
• Interface with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Complete bids, estimates, and related tasks by required deadlines
• Mentor estimating staff and interns
• Perform additional assignments as directed

Senior Estimator developing civil-construction bids for Forgen

Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator developing heavy-civil and geotechnical project bids for Forgen. Preparing cost estimates, schedules, takeoffs, and proposals while coordinating capture teams and subcontractors.

• Work alongside seasoned Estimators and Project Managers to learn how damage assessment projects are measured, documented, and presented
• Visit project sites to gather data
• Collaborate with team members in the local office to prepare cost estimates
• Assist with site visits to collect measurements, photos, and project details
• Support analysis of labor, materials, and timelines for project estimates
• Track costs and flag differences between projected and actual figures
• Learn to prepare professional reports and data entries in estimating tools
• Gain exposure to Xactimate and Bluebeam Revu

Paid construction damage-assessment internship with DBI Consultants

Junior Estimator – Summer 2027 Internship

Paid Junior Estimator internship assessing damaged structures for DBI Consultants, a construction consulting firm. Supporting site measurements, cost estimates, reports, and field investigations.

• Prepare and take ownership of cost estimates for bids and project proposals
• Identify risks, opportunities, and maintain a winning bid strategy
• Prepare detailed estimates from scopes of work, blueprints, specifications, and other documentation
• Perform quantity take-offs for foundations, structural steel, pipe, and process equipment
• Apply work-hour unit rates to generate total direct work hours
• Assess construction equipment, temporary facilities, and field non-manual staffing requirements
• Assist with soliciting supplier, subcontractor, and manufacturer quotes
• Distribute and control bid documents
• Identify client and project requirements for weather protection, cranes, hoists, HES requirements, and services
• Analyze project locations and location-related productivity
• Review labor costs and licensing requirements
• Complete and execute bid forms
• Facilitate bid review meetings with business unit management, estimating, and business line management
• Coordinate with other departments during proposal development

Mechanical estimator preparing industrial construction bids for Saulsbury Industries

Estimator – Mechanical

Mechanical estimator preparing bids and project proposals for Saulsbury Industries’ heavy-industrial construction and EPC services. Producing quantity take-offs, work-hour estimates, and coordinated bid reviews.

• Prepare and take ownership of cost estimates for bids and project proposals
• Identify risks and opportunities while maintaining a winning strategy
• Prepare detailed estimates from scopes of work, blueprints, specifications, and other documentation
• Perform quantity take-offs and determine manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractor requirements
• Solicit quotes from suppliers, subcontractors, and specified manufacturers
• Distribute and maintain control of bid documents
• Establish construction schedules
• Identify requirements for weather protection, cranes, hoists, temporary facilities, services, and other indirect project costs
• Ensure bid forms are completed and properly executed
• Review labor costs and applicable licensing requirements
• Schedule and conduct bid review meetings with division, estimating, and business-line management
• Coordinate with other employees during the bid process on large proposals

E&I Estimator preparing industrial electrical and instrumentation bids for Saulsbury Industries

E&I Estimator

E&I Estimator preparing electrical and instrumentation bids for Saulsbury Industries, an industrial engineering and construction services provider. Developing estimates, schedules, resource plans, and bid strategies for heavy-industry projects.

• Educate customers on vehicle repair processes, insurance procedures, customer rights, repair techniques, safety, and value
• Complete initial estimates and write complete estimates after full disassembly and damage evaluation
• Lock final estimates
• Manage each repair throughout the process and ensure Crash Champions’ quality standards through in-process quality control
• Keep customers informed and updated on vehicle status
• Pull and review all data procedures for or with Body Technicians
• Complete post-scanning for each vehicle in the repair process
• Pre-close final repair orders
• Handle disbursement paperwork
• Address file exceptions and ensure carrier-specific requirements are complete

Collision Estimator managing vehicle repair estimates and customer service for U.S. collision repair operator Crash Champions

Collision Estimator

Collision Estimator preparing repair estimates, managing repair quality, and guiding customers through insurance procedures. Supporting vehicle technicians and finalizing repair orders for Crash Champions’ U.S. collision repair centers.

• Lead and independently develop electrical cost estimates across all design stages, from conceptual and ROM estimates through final construction documents
• Develop detailed material and labor estimates for Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, Communications, Audio-Visual, Security, Video Surveillance, and Fire Alarm systems
• Research and develop unit pricing, cost assemblies, and supporting assumptions using current market information
• Identify missing information, scope gaps, inconsistencies, interdisciplinary conflicts, and potential cost risks
• Develop assumptions and solutions when complete project information is unavailable
• Lead estimate reconciliations, technical and quality-control reviews, contractor bid analyses, value engineering assessments, life-cycle and benefit-cost analyses, and interdisciplinary coordination
• Manage multiple complex estimating assignments and priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy
• Mentor and train developing estimators in estimating, quantity takeoffs, cost buildups, reconciliations, technical reviews, plan analysis, reporting, and Connico practices
• Help create training resources and repeatable best practices
• Maintain estimating data, cost assemblies, templates, and reporting practices
• Build client relationships and serve as a trusted technical advisor
• Participate in client meetings, project site visits, and industry events as needed

Senior Electrical Estimator delivering complex infrastructure cost estimates for Connico

Senior Electrical Estimator – Airports & Infrastructure

Senior Electrical Estimator developing complex infrastructure cost estimates for Connico, a national construction consultancy. Leading reviews, bid analyses, risk identification, and estimator mentoring.

• Lead and independently develop electrical cost estimates across all design stages, from conceptual and ROM estimates through final construction documents
• Develop detailed material and labor estimates for Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, Communications, Audio-Visual, Security, Video Surveillance, and Fire Alarm systems
• Research and develop unit pricing, cost assemblies, and supporting assumptions using current market information
• Identify missing information, scope gaps, inconsistencies, interdisciplinary conflicts, and potential cost risks
• Lead estimate reconciliations, technical and quality-control reviews, contractor bid analyses, value engineering assessments, life-cycle and benefit-cost analyses, and interdisciplinary coordination
• Manage multiple complex estimating assignments and priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines
• Mentor and train developing estimators and help create training resources and repeatable best practices
• Maintain estimating data, cost assemblies, templates, and reporting practices
• Build strong client relationships and serve as a trusted technical advisor
• Participate in client meetings, project site visits, and industry events as needed

Senior electrical estimator helping Connico deliver aviation and complex infrastructure cost consultancy

Senior Electrical Estimator – Airports, Infrastructure

Senior electrical estimator developing complex cost estimates for Connico’s aviation and infrastructure consultancy.
Leading reconciliations, reviews, mentoring, and client advisory work across major projects.

• Lead and independently develop electrical cost estimates across all design stages, from conceptual and ROM estimates through final construction documents, including Level 1–5 estimates
• Develop detailed material and labor estimates for Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, Communications, Audio-Visual, Security, Video Surveillance, and Fire Alarm systems
• Research and develop unit pricing, cost assemblies, and supporting assumptions using current market information
• Identify missing information, scope gaps, inconsistencies, interdisciplinary conflicts, and potential cost risks
• Develop assumptions and solutions when complete project information is unavailable
• Lead estimate reconciliations, technical and quality-control reviews, contractor bid analyses, value engineering assessments, life-cycle and benefit-cost analyses, and cross-disciplinary coordination
• Manage multiple complex estimating assignments and priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy
• Mentor and train developing estimators in estimating, takeoffs, cost buildups, reconciliations, technical reviews, plan analysis, reporting, and Connico practices
• Help create training resources and repeatable best practices
• Maintain estimating data, cost assemblies, templates, and reporting practices
• Build client relationships and serve as a trusted technical advisor
• Participate in client meetings, project site visits, and industry events as needed

Senior Electrical Estimator delivering airport and infrastructure cost estimates for national construction consultancy Connico

Senior Electrical Estimator leading complex airport and infrastructure cost estimates for Connico, a national construction consultancy. Developing estimates, analyzing risks, and mentoring estimators.

• Lead and independently develop electrical cost estimates across all design stages, from conceptual and ROM estimates through final construction documents
• Develop detailed material and labor estimates for Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, Communications, Audio-Visual, Security, Video Surveillance, and Fire Alarm systems
• Research and develop unit pricing, cost assemblies, and supporting assumptions using current market information
• Identify missing information, scope gaps, inconsistencies, interdisciplinary conflicts, and potential cost risks
• Develop assumptions and solutions when project information is incomplete
• Lead estimate reconciliations, technical and quality-control reviews, contractor bid analyses, value engineering assessments, life-cycle analyses, and benefit-cost analyses
• Manage multiple complex estimating assignments and priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy
• Mentor and train developing estimators
• Create training resources and repeatable estimating best practices
• Maintain estimating data, cost assemblies, templates, and reporting practices
• Build client relationships and serve as a trusted technical advisor
• Participate in client meetings, project site visits, and industry events as needed

Senior electrical estimator developing complex infrastructure project estimates for construction consultancy Connico

Senior electrical estimator leading Levels 1–5 estimates for Connico, a construction consultancy serving aviation and complex infrastructure. Developing cost analyses, reviewing bids, and mentoring estimators.

• Educate customers on vehicle repair processes, insurance procedures, customer rights, repair techniques, safety, and value
• Complete initial estimates and write complete estimates after full disassembly and damage evaluation
• Manage each repair throughout the process and ensure Crash Champions’ quality standards through in-process quality control
• Keep customers informed and updated on vehicle status and provide the best possible customer experience
• Pull and review data procedures for and with Body Technicians
• Complete post-scanning for each vehicle in the repair process
• Pre-close final repair orders
• Handle disbursement paperwork, address file exceptions, and complete carrier-specific requirements

Collision Estimator managing vehicle repair estimates and customer service for Crash Champions’ U.S. collision centers

Collision Estimator preparing repair estimates and managing repairs for Crash Champions, a U.S. collision repair operator. Guiding customers, coordinating quality control, scanning, paperwork, and insurer requirements.

• Educate customers on vehicle repair processes, insurance procedures, customer rights, repair techniques, safety, and value
• Complete initial estimates and write complete estimates after full disassembly and damage evaluation
• Lock final estimates
• Manage each repair throughout the process and ensure Crash Champions’ quality standards through in-process quality control
• Keep customers informed and updated on vehicle status
• Review data procedures for and with Body Technicians
• Complete post-scanning for each vehicle in the repair process
• Pre-close final repair orders
• Handle disbursement paperwork
• Address file exceptions and ensure carrier-specific requirements are complete

Collision Estimator preparing repair estimates for Crash Champions’ U.S. collision repair centers

Collision Estimator preparing estimates and managing repairs for Crash Champions, a U.S. collision repair operator. Educating customers, coordinating insurance requirements, and ensuring quality repairs.

• Support the Estimating Team with data entry, quote formatting and quote document preparation
• Evaluate customer requests for quotation (RFQs) and identify incomplete information or risks
• Escalate non-standard requests or information to an Estimator II or Estimator III mentor
• Self-schedule workload based on requested due dates and available capacity, depending on brand and region
• Create formal quotes/bids and related documents for standard quotes with moderate supervision
• Maintain and revise quote cost data and records as conditions, methods and other factors change
• Learn aluminum extrusions, hardware, glass types and standard system depths
• Use internal pricing tools, pricing methods and pricing processes
• Obtain quotes from outside suppliers for standard buyout materials as required
• Use structural engineering tools to assess product requirements and learn structural, thermal and associated product-performance requirements
• Manage multiple quotes simultaneously with accuracy
• Read and interpret project specifications and architectural documents as required for company brand pricing processes

Estimator pricing aluminum fenestration systems for Apogee architectural building products

Estimator pricing aluminum framing, windows, storefront and curtainwall systems for Apogee, a commercial architectural products company.
Preparing quotes, evaluating RFQs and maintaining cost data across standard projects.

• Review and evaluate project plans, specifications, bid documents, and other relevant project documents.
• Calculate electrical construction costs and create accurate, competitive, and profitable bid proposals.
• Analyze projects for value engineering opportunities while considering job-specific labor and material conditions.
• Identify inconsistencies, conflicts, and other problems in bid documents.
• Identify strategies to create bid advantages.
• Anticipate potential problems and proactively devise solutions.
• Prepare RFI questions.
• Request and review material and equipment quotes from vendors and suppliers.
• Develop and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Prepare bid documents, including scope letters, Blue Sheets, and Evaluations.
• Assist with budget pricing.
• Attend estimating, sales, and project meetings to discuss bid status and resolve issues.
• Perform job walks as needed to assess field conditions affecting construction, bids, or pre-construction designs.
• Keep management, project management, clients, general contractors, and other stakeholders updated on bid progress.
• Manage preconstruction activities during the design phase of design-build and design-assist projects.
• Assist with turnover meetings for the operations team after project award.
• Assist with project pursuits and interviews as needed.

Entry-level electrical estimator pricing commercial and industrial construction projects for Bergelectric

Electrical Estimator, Entry-Level

Electrical Estimator pricing commercial and industrial construction projects for Bergelectric, an electrical contracting company.
Preparing bids, vendor quotes, cost analyses, and preconstruction documentation for national projects.

• Prepare Regular Production cost estimates for projects using customer-supplied takeoffs for pricing quotations
• Provide training and mentoring to Estimator I team members
• Evaluate customer RFQs and identify incomplete information or risks
• Self-schedule workload based on requested due dates and available capacity, depending on brand and region
• Create formal quotes/bids and related documents for moderately complex quotes without supervision
• Resolve most estimating issues with moderate input
• Maintain and revise quote cost data and records as conditions and methods change
• Track actual costs relative to bids as projects develop to assess cost effectiveness
• Recommend bid strategy and pricing alternates
• Obtain outside supplier quotes for custom materials
• Perform technical reviews, including structural reviews using available tools
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, and sales on product solutions
• Review project specifications and custom, impact-rated, or blast-rated assemblies as required
• Manage multiple quotes simultaneously using pricing programs and systems
• Quote multiple brands or mixed product types as needed

Estimator II pricing aluminum architectural metal systems for Apogee building products

Estimator II

Estimator II preparing complex pricing quotes for Apogee’s aluminum windows, storefront, curtainwall, and entrance systems.
Reviewing costs, specifications, and technical solutions across architectural metals projects.

• Support the Estimating Team with data entry, quote formatting, and quote document preparation
• Evaluate customer requests for quotation and identify incomplete information or risks
• Escalate non-standard requests or information to Estimator II or Estimator III mentors
• Self-schedule workload based on requested due dates and available capacity, depending on brand and region
• Create formal quotes/bids and related documents for standard quotes with moderate supervision
• Maintain and revise quote cost data and records as conditions, methods, and other factors change
• Learn and apply knowledge of aluminum extrusions, hardware, glass types, and standard system depths
• Use internal pricing tools, methods, and processes
• Obtain quotes from outside suppliers for standard buyout materials
• Use structural engineering tools to assess product requirements and learn structural, thermal, and associated product limitations
• Manage multiple quotes simultaneously with accuracy
• Read and interpret project specifications and architectural documents as required for brand pricing processes

Estimator preparing aluminum architectural product quotes for Apogee’s commercial building solutions

Estimator I

Estimator preparing quotes for Apogee’s aluminum windows, storefront, curtainwall, and entrance systems. Learning fenestration products, pricing tools, manufacturing practices, and structural requirements.

• Educate customers on vehicle repair processes, insurance procedures, customer rights, repair techniques, safety, and value
• Complete initial estimates and write complete estimates after full disassembly and damage evaluation
• Lock final estimates
• Manage each repair throughout the process and ensure Crash Champions’ quality standards through in-process quality control
• Keep customers informed and updated on vehicle status
• Provide the best possible customer experience
• Pull and review all data procedures for/with Body Technicians
• Complete post-scanning for each vehicle in the repair process
• Pre-close final repair orders
• Handle disbursement paperwork
• Address file exceptions and ensure carrier-specific requirements are complete

Collision Estimator preparing vehicle repair estimates and managing repair files for Crash Champions, a U.S. collision repair operator.
Ensuring quality control, insurance compliance, customer updates, and final repair-order completion.

• Support sales staff in developing bid and proposal responses for sales opportunities
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for network cabling systems, including materials, labor, and expenses such as travel, parking, and tooling
• Support bid proposal development in alignment with project budgets and timelines
• Review schedules, drawings, specifications, and other project documents to understand project scope
• Identify and document project requirements under the guidance of senior estimators
• Create scope-of-work documents for customer clarity and Operations execution
• Obtain material and equipment pricing from vendors
• Build and maintain supplier relationships to support competitive pricing
• Collaborate with sales, project managers, and engineers to ensure estimates meet project needs
• Provide clear, organized documentation for estimates and related information
• Stay updated on network cabling industry standards, emerging technologies, and best practices
• Participate in training and mentorship programs to develop technical and estimation skills

Network Cabling Estimator preparing commercial infrastructure bids for LINX

Network Cabling Estimator

Network Cabling Estimator preparing commercial cabling bids for LINX, a company designing, installing, and supporting network infrastructure.
Analyzing project documents, coordinating vendor pricing, and partnering with sales, engineering, and project management teams.

• Educate customers on vehicle repair processes, insurance procedures, customer rights, repair techniques, safety, and value
• Complete initial estimates and write complete estimates after full disassembly and damage evaluation
• Manage each repair throughout the process and ensure Crash Champions’ quality standards through in-process QC
• Keep customers informed and updated on vehicle status
• Pull and review all data procedures for/with Body Technicians
• Complete post-scanning for each vehicle in the repair process
• Pre-close final repair orders
• Handle disbursement paperwork
• Address file exceptions and ensure carrier-specific requirements are complete

Collision Estimator preparing vehicle repair estimates and managing repairs for Crash Champions, a U.S. collision repair services company.
Ensuring quality control, customer updates, scanning, paperwork, and insurer requirements.

• Review electrical drawings, specifications, and project documents
• Perform detailed takeoffs and prepare accurate cost estimates
• Develop budgets, proposals, bid packages, and scope reviews
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, engineers, and operations teams
• Participate in preconstruction planning and value engineering efforts
• Assist with project turnover and support awarded projects
• Identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving strategies
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and industry partners
• Support continuous improvement of estimating processes and systems

Mission critical electrical estimator pricing hyperscale data center projects for Ace Electric

Senior Electrical Estimator – Mission Critical, Data Centers, Hyperscale

Mission critical electrical estimator pricing hyperscale data center, industrial, and commercial construction projects for Ace Electric.
Developing competitive estimates, budgets, bids, and value-engineering strategies with project stakeholders.

• Educate customers on vehicle repair processes, insurance procedures, customer rights, repair techniques, safety, and value
• Complete initial estimates and write complete estimates after full disassembly and damage evaluation
• Manage each repair throughout the process and ensure Crash Champions’ quality standards through in-process quality control
• Keep customers informed and updated on vehicle status
• Pull and review all data procedures for/with Body Technicians
• Complete post-scanning for each vehicle in the repair process
• Pre-close final repair orders
• Handle disbursement paperwork
• Address file exceptions and ensure carrier-specific requirements are complete

Collision Estimator preparing vehicle repair estimates and managing repair files for Crash Champions, a U.S. collision repair services operator. Ensuring quality control, customer updates, scanning, and carrier requirements.

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Senior Estimator

Junior Estimator – Summer 2027 Internship

Estimator – Mechanical

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Senior Electrical Estimator – Airports, Infrastructure

Senior Electrical Estimator – Airports & Infrastructure

Senior Electrical Estimator – Airports & Infrastructure

Collision Estimator

Collision Estimator

Estimator

Electrical Estimator, Entry-Level

Estimator II

Estimator I

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Collision Estimator

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