Construction Estimator

Construction Estimator

Title : Construction Estimator

Location : Onsite and Office (as project requires)

Company : NOVA Construction Management

About NOVA Construction Management

NOVA Construction Management is a high-performing, small general contractor specializing in industrial and commercial interior buildouts. With over 23 years of construction experience on the team, NOVA focuses on large-scale warehouse, cold storage, manufacturing, and office / retail tenant improvements—typically ranging from 50,000 to 800,000 SF and $1M to $20M in construction value. NOVA is especially notable in the industrial warehousing, cold storage, and manufacturing sectors across South Florida.

NOVA operates differently from a typical GC, blending resourcefulness, creativity, and an understanding of ever-changing tenant requirements. Team members are exposed to most construction divisions within a project instead of being siloed, creating a fast-paced, hands-on learning environment. NOVA uses industry-leading tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, and modern digital bid platforms.

Position Overview :

The Construction Estimator will support the preconstruction and operations teams by preparing detailed estimates and proposals for industrial and commercial interior buildouts. This role is ideal for someone with 2–5 years of estimating experience who wants exposure to complex TI scopes, repeat developer clients, and fast-track schedules.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for all CSI divisions.
• Develop conceptual and schematic budgets using limited design information.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and addenda to identify scope gaps and cost risks.
• Lead subcontractor outreach, organize bid invites, and manage RFI responses during the bid phase.
• Level bids and analyze subcontractor proposals for scope completeness and competitiveness.
• Work with project managers to develop value-engineering options and alternate pricing.
• Assist in preparing proposal packages, clarifications, and project-specific assumptions.
• Maintain and update historical cost data, unit pricing, and subcontractor database.
• Coordinate with field teams to reconcile budgets with actual costs.

Qualifications :

Benefits :

Work Authorization & Location :

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; NOVA is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

This is an on-site position. Candidates must already reside in the South Florida area and be able to reliably commute to the Coral Gables office and job sites; relocation assistance is not available.

How to Apply :

To apply, please email your resume and a brief introduction to HR@buildwithnovacm.com

with the subject line : “Estimator – [Your Name]” .

An Equal Opportunity Employer :

NOVA Construction Management is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

NOVA Construction Management is a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify. All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion and passing of the compliance process.