Construction Estimator / Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

This General Contractor is a nationally ranked top ENR ranked firm, with an office local to the Minneapolis area. They are known for their quality of work, strong pipeline, opportunity for career advancement, and flexible working environment.

Job Description

Comprehensive expertise in construction materials, methods, practices, and contracts.

Proficient in using Sage Estimating software, Microsoft Office applications (Excel, SharePoint, etc.), and Adobe Acrobat.

Strong mathematical skills, including arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.

Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Ability to effectively interpret bid documents and create construction detail sketches.

Skilled in estimating project costs using probability, providing detailed insights into overall expenses, part-specific costs, and project timelines.

Effective communicator, both visually through sketches and diagrams, and verbally.

Familiarity with measurement techniques, economic principles, and business fundamentals.

Strong abstract thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a critical and analytical mindset.

Capable of making informed, independent decisions using available data and common sense.

Self-reliant and adept at working independently.

Motivated to pursue long-term goals, even when challenges arise or success isn't guaranteed.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

7+ year(s) experience in the estimating or project management field.

Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.

Ground up project knowledge and experience preferred

Proficient in Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Sage, MS Project

Ability to work in a team environment

Interest in mentorship opportunity

Quantity takeoff and cost estimate experience

Educational Requirements : Bachelor of Science (BS) in Construction Management or Architectural Technology.

What's On Offer

Base salary ranging from $100,000-$140,000 depending on experience

Annual bonus

Flexible work environment

Collaborative culture

Competitive employer 401k match

Fully employer-paid health, vision, and dental insurance

4 weeks PTO

Contact Kain Domenech

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