JR084 Estimator

Rycon Construction•Sunrise, FL

55d•Onsite

About The Position

Rycon Construction is seeking an experienced Estimator for their Fort Lauderdale office. The Estimator will be responsible for independently performing quantity takeoffs, soliciting and leveling subcontractor and vendor pricing, reviewing construction documents, and assembling complete estimate packages on assigned pursuits. This role works under the direction of Preconstruction Managers and Senior Preconstruction Managers, taking full ownership of assigned scopes and deliverables. On select projects, the Estimator will independently lead the entire estimate process from kickoff to final proposal submission. The role involves working on various project types including ground-up commercial and residential construction and renovation across sectors like industrial warehouse, cold storage, food processing, manufacturing, self-storage, medical facilities, multi-family, car dealerships, retail, tenant buildouts, and corporate offices. This position is designed to build strong trade knowledge and develop the skills necessary for growth into a Preconstruction Manager role.

Requirements

Experience in construction estimating, project engineering, field operations, or a related construction role.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents.
Working knowledge of quantity takeoffs, trade scopes, subcontractor pricing, and bid leveling.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
Effective written and verbal communication skills for subcontractor follow-up and internal coordination.
Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with willingness to grow and take on increasing scope ownership.
Computer skills required: Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Copilot); proficiency in Bluebeam and Excel; takeoff or estimating software experience.

Responsibilities

Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, addenda, and other bid documents for assigned trades and scopes.
Assist with preparation of ROM, conceptual, schematic, design-development, GMP, and hard bid estimates as directed by preconstruction leadership.
Independently lead select assigned projects from pursuit kickoff through final proposal submission, managing takeoffs, subcontractor solicitation, bid leveling, and proposal delivery.
Solicit subcontractor and vendor pricing for assigned scopes; follow up to confirm interest and improve bid coverage.
Independently evaluate and level subcontractor and vendor bids for scope completeness, accuracy, exclusions, qualifications, and pricing competitiveness.
Analyze drawings, specifications, and construction documents to identify scope gaps, risks, and constructability concerns.
Prepare scope sheets, bid tabs, quantity summaries, pricing comparisons, and other estimate support documents.
Support value engineering studies, alternate pricing, and cost-saving analysis as directed.
Maintain organized estimating files, bid documents, addenda logs, and pricing backups.
Assist with meeting scheduling, agendas, meeting notes, and action item tracking for assigned preconstruction meetings.
Handle file sharing, uploading, downloading, printing, and distributing documents through company systems and bid platforms for assigned projects.
Coordinate with Preconstruction Managers to clarify scope, confirm assumptions, and support timely delivery of deliverables.
Support subcontractor outreach, bid list updates, and development of new trade partner contacts.
Assist with the handoff from Preconstruction to Operations by providing takeoff backup, bid tabs, and scope notes as requested.
Maintain awareness of material pricing trends, subcontractor feedback, and market conditions for assigned trades.
Attend networking events, trainings, seminars, and industry functions to support relationship-building and professional development.
Manage multiple estimate assignments at the same time while meeting established deadlines.
Build growing knowledge of construction means, methods, sequencing, trade coordination, and estimating best practices, with the goal of increasing scope ownership and taking on Preconstruction Manager-level responsibilities over time.
Support other projects and pursuits as assigned by preconstruction leadership.