Construction Estimator

F.A. Wilhelm Construction – Estimator (Preconstruction)

Empowering People to Build What Matters — that is our mission and our legacy.

Our nearly 100 years of building the communities in which we live, work, and play started with one man and one dream. Today, we are a company that puts People First by fostering Meaningful Partnerships , making a Positive Community Impact , operating with Safety Always , and encouraging a Learn–Do–Share mentality.

F.A. Wilhelm Construction is an industry leader with the culture of doing the right things for our employees, partners, clients, and community.  We have an excellent reputation in the construction industry and have enjoyed steady growth and strong financial performances for many years.  Wilhelm's construction professionals turn the conceptual, and sometimes seemingly impossible, into fully completed, innovative spaces where life happens.

We are looking for the right person to join our team as an Estimator.  Is that you?   If so, we want to talk to you!

Responsibilities

As a Preconstruction Estimator, you’ll play a key role in the early stages of project development — reviewing and analyzing project designs, assessing constructability, and developing accurate budgets and cost estimates. You’ll partner closely with project teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure each project is set up for success from the start.

• Review design documents and identify cost-saving or value-engineering opportunities.
• Develop comprehensive cost estimates for self-performed and subcontracted work using current software and historical data.
• Solicit, evaluate, and organize subcontractor and supplier quotes to ensure complete coverage of project scopes.
• Assist in preparing bid proposals and estimate summaries for presentation to leadership and clients.
• Conduct site visits as needed to assess existing conditions and confirm design assumptions.
• Identify potential risks or constructability concerns and propose mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with Preconstruction and Operations teams to ensure a smooth project handoff.
• Stay informed of trends in construction materials, labor, equipment, and technology.
• Represent Wilhelm with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to quality and teamwork.
• Perform accurate and thorough quantity take-offs, including import / export, backfill, piping, etc. as well as organize and format estimates for ease of comprehension by the end user

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements

Required :

Preferred :

Education and Experience Requirements

F.A. Wilhelm  offers a unique opportunity for the right person to experience a variety of work.  Working at F.A Wilhelm, you can expect :