Construction Estimator

Valcourt • Charlotte, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Estimator prepares accurate and timely estimates for assigned bid opportunities. The role reviews bid documents, performs quantity takeoffs, develops pricing, coordinates vendor and subcontractor input, and supports the branch’s pursuit of profitable work. The Estimator works under the direction of the Pre-Construction Manager or Senior Estimator and collaborates with sales and operations to align bids with scope, schedule, and customer expectations.

This is a mid-level estimating role that typically involves preparing estimates with moderate supervision. The position is based at EDS CLT in Charlotte, North Carolina, is full-time, requires a four-year degree, and involves travel of up to 25%.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Proven experience preparing estimates with moderate supervision.
• Working knowledge of plan reading, specifications, quantity takeoffs, labor and material pricing, proposal preparation, and bid documentation.
• Ability to manage assigned bid opportunities, coordinate pricing input, identify scope gaps, and participate in estimate reviews and project handoffs.
• Four-year degree.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for assigned projects in accordance with branch standards, bid requirements, and margin expectations.
• Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and other bid documents to understand scope and identify missing information.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and apply appropriate labor, material, equipment, production, and subcontractor pricing assumptions.
• Solicit, organize, and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing to confirm scope coverage and pricing competitiveness.
• Prepare bid forms, proposal language, inclusions, exclusions, alternates, and clarifications for review.
• Coordinate with sales and operations to confirm field conditions, schedule considerations, access constraints, and project execution needs.
• Participate in internal estimate reviews, handoff meetings, and post-bid follow-up.
• Maintain organized estimate files, pricing records, takeoff documentation, and bid history.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level