Estimator - Commercial Construction

Atlantic Constructors • Fredericksburg, VA

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About The Position

Atlantic Constructors is seeking a Commercial Construction Estimator to prepare complete bids for commercial construction projects involving HVAC/Sheet Metal and Plumbing. The role reviews project documents, coordinates subcontractor and vendor quotations, completes material and equipment takeoffs, develops cost estimates and proposal scopes, and supports procurement and project handoff after award. The Estimator works with in-house trades and operations, uses computerized estimating software, and may visit construction and industrial sites. The position has no supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in commercial construction and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3 years of estimating and pre-construction experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and efficiency with computer- or network-based estimating software, such as Autobid, Quote Soft, TSI, Estimation, or Fast Pipe, or equivalent.
• Thorough understanding of P&ID drawings and flow diagrams.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Bluebeam.
• Knowledge of construction means and methods for piping trades, including shop fabrication.
• Experience providing budgets, value management ideas, construction schedules, and manpower projections.
• Ability to meet critical deadlines and multitask, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, pay attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and procedures and work assigned schedules.

Nice To Haves

• AAS or BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or another related discipline.
• Experience with MS Project or other scheduling software.
• Prior military experience.

Responsibilities

• Review construction documents, including instructions to bidders, bid forms, and scope of work.
• Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotations to ensure coverage across all scopes of work.
• Distribute plans, specifications, and addenda to subcontractors and vendors through the company FTP website and/or email.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits, which may occasionally involve travel.
• Coordinate scopes of work with in-house trades, including Sheet Metal, Fire Protection, Plumbing, Electrical, Steel, and Millwrights, as required.
• Take off equipment and materials for trade-specific scopes using the Trimble Autobid computerized estimating system.
• Enter material, labor, subcontractor, vendor, equipment rental, and other costs into the bid summary before the bid due date.
• Review takeoffs and pricing for completeness on self-performed work.
• Review subcontractor and vendor quotations for compliance with plans and specifications.
• Develop draft scopes of work for proposals.
• After project award, assist with procurement of subcontractors, equipment, and materials.
• Enter estimates into the job cost control program and participate in turnover and transition meetings with the operations team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance coverage at no cost for employee-only coverage.
• Dental insurance plan.
• Vision insurance plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Health savings plan with company matching.
• Wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed