Job Description

ESTIMATOR (Commercial Construction)

CoreBuilt Contracting, Inc. is a growing commercial general contractor headquartered in Evanston, Illinois. We complete projects throughout Chicagoland and have recently expanded beyond state lines. We specialize in interior buildouts, building renovations, and ground-up construction in the commercial sector. We are a lean, nimble group seeking an Estimator with an entrepreneurial mindset to support our continued growth.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Estimator will be primarily responsible for estimating duties, with potential for project management support as workload and project life cycle phasing dictates. This role involves client interaction, subcontractor coordination, budget development, value engineering, and project execution support. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of construction experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate site visits with prospective clients to obtain field measurements, scope of work, and photographs.
• Prepare subcontractor bid lists and send Requests for Proposals to subcontractors.
• Review and qualify subcontractor proposals for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare client proposals including cost estimates, detailed scopes of work, and supporting sketches or documentation.
• Perform material and labor take-offs for self-performed trades such as painting, carpentry, and concrete.
• Lead company estimating efforts including drafting invitations to bid, subcontractor outreach and vetting, scope development, budgeting, value engineering, and drafting client proposals.
• Communicate effectively and thoroughly with clients.

EXPECTATIONS:

• Take full ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Be willing to fill in at any level where there is an immediate need.
• Demonstrate persistence and determination in all tasks.
• Present ideas to improve methods and processes.
• Communicate proactively and effectively.
• Solve problems creatively and independently.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment under pressure.
• Have a passion for construction.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College degree preferred.
• 5 years of construction-related experience.
• Proficiency in construction software including Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, and MS Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for all trades.

BENEFITS:

• Salary range $110,000 to $130,000, dependent upon experience.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance fully provided.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Cell phone stipend.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-provided basic life insurance and option to purchase additional coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.

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