Junior Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

• Continued Education
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Description :

Join Cooper Tacia General Contracting, a trailblazer in commercial and industrial construction, as an Estimator and become an integral part of our innovative preconstruction team. As a key player in our estimating team, you'll be the architect of accurate and competitive project cost estimates that lay the foundation for our success.

Responsibilities :

Develop detailed cost estimates by analyzing drawings and specifications.

Perform quantity take-offs and prepare comprehensive cost estimates.

Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure accurate pricing.

Engage with clients to clarify scope changes and address questions during the bidding process.

Provide vital cost information and estimates for project adjustments throughout different phases. Acts as a resource to project management during the award / start-up phase to clarify any issues regarding what was considered in the estimate including materials and methods of construction.

Reviews budget and project profitability status and goals with supervision and project team as required.

Seeks input on corrective measures to continuously improve the identification and accuracy of cost figures.

Occasionally traveling for prebid and bid drop-offs

Conducting searches for perspective bid opportunities

Requirements :

Bachelors degree in construction management, or related field, coupled with 0-2 years of commercial preconstruction estimating experience.

Strong problem-solving abilities with a solution-oriented approach and excellent communication skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and experienced with industry-standard estimating software (e.g., Heavy Bid, Sage, OST, Procore, Blue Beam).

Demonstrated skills in reading and interpreting bid documents and drawings, with a keen attention to detail.

Employment Type : Full Time

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000 Per year (Base Salary & Bonus)

Benefits :

100% Employer Paid Health, Vision & Dental Insurance for employee.

PTO / Paid Holidays

401K W / 3% Match

Continued Education as needed.

We are an equal opportunity and drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening required.

Disclaimer : Evaluation Process and Employee Contact

At Cooper Tacia General Contracting Company , we value a structured, fair, and confidential hiring and evaluation process. We respectfully request that external parties, including recruiters, vendors, and applicants, do not contact our employees directly regarding job opportunities, interviews, or internal matters.

All communications related to employment or recruitment must be directed through our Human Resources department or the designated hiring manager. Unsolicited outreach to our team members may be considered a violation of our communication policy and may result in removal from consideration.

We appreciate your professionalism and cooperation in respecting our internal processes and evaluation timelines.

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.