Construction Estimator (Commercial Buildings) – Up to $95,000 DOE
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Office / Commutable region)
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: Up to $95,000/year (Based on experience and bidding portfolio)
About the Role:
Our staffing agency is partnered with an established commercial contractor in the Greater Pittsburgh area looking for an analytical, detail-driven Construction Estimator. If you have a sharp eye for numbers, a proven track record of winning profitable commercial building projects, and want to command a salary of up to $95,000, this is your next step. You will lead the pre-construction phase by transforming blueprints into precise, competitive cost estimates.
Why You Should Apply:
- Strong Earning Potential: Base salary up to $95,000, scaled to match your estimating accuracy and industry experience.
- Established Pipeline: Work on diverse commercial building bids including new builds, build-outs, and large-scale renovations in Western PA.
- Immediate Impact: Take ownership of the bid lifecycle from initial ITB (Invitation to Bid) to final award.
Key Responsibilities:
- Quantity Takeoffs: Complete highly detailed material, labor, and equipment takeoffs from structural blueprints and architectural drawings.
- Bid Management: Prepare accurate conceptual, schematic, and hard-bid estimates for comprehensive commercial building projects.
- Vendor & Sub Contractor Out-reach: Build and maintain strong relationships with local subcontractors to secure competitive, scoped pricing.
- Scope Realignment: Review subcontractor proposals to ensure zero scope gaps and eliminate redundant costs prior to bid day.
- Historical Cost Analysis: Maintain and update unit cost databases to reflect current market pricing and regional material trends.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Finance, or equivalent field experience.
- 2–5+ years of dedicated estimating experience specifically focused on commercial building projects.
- Advanced proficiency with estimating software (e.g., On-Center On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, WinEst, or Edge).
- Exceptional understanding of CSI MasterFormat divisions, commercial MEP systems, and structural assemblies.
- Strong negotiation skills and a highly strategic mindset on bid day.
Secure a profitable future with a prominent local builder. Submit your construction resume today for an immediate, confidential evaluation!
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