Estimator

AMERICAN REPAIR MAINTENANCE LLC•Spring Lake, MI

2h•Hybrid

About The Position

American Repair Maintenance (ARM) is a data-driven, full-service repair, and preventative maintenance partner across all trades serving over 20,000 locations in the US. They are looking for an Estimator to join their service delivery team. This role is for a self-starter who is creative, detail-oriented, reliable, collaborative, and enjoys being part of a supportive, growing company. The Estimator will be responsible for the highest standard of quoting and material resourcing.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in construction, electrical, plumbing estimating, and/or proposal writing — preferably with residential and commercial projects required
Demonstrated ability to produce accurate, detailed cost estimates across labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor scopes
Experience writing and assembling client-facing proposals in response to RFPs and RFQs
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify cost risks and develop value engineering alternatives

Nice To Haves

Experience with estimating software or work order management platforms or CRM platforms is a plus
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered
A detail-oriented, self-starting approach — you take ownership of your estimates and proposals from start to finish
Creative problem-solving skills — you find practical, cost-effective solutions when project scopes get complex
Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, professional proposals tailored to client requirements
A collaborative spirit — you work well with service delivery, operations, and leadership to keep projects moving
Reliability and accountability in meeting deadlines, especially on time-sensitive bids and submissions
Curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset — you analyze outcomes and use them to sharpen future estimates

Responsibilities

Resonate with the company's mission, vision, and values as an organization and foster a culture of accountability within our workforce that reflects these values
Review project plans, specifications, and related documents to prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial construction and maintenance projects
Identify labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs — ensuring accuracy and competitiveness across all estimates
Analyze potential risks and provide value engineering solutions to optimize project costs
Develop, write, and assemble detailed proposals tailored to client job requirements for commercial construction and repair projects
Ensure proposals comply with RFP/RFQ requirements and are submitted on time
Help maintain an updated database of costs, suppliers, and subcontractors
Track and analyze bid results to identify trends and improve the accuracy and competitiveness of future estimates and proposals
Collaborate with the service delivery team and internal stakeholders to align estimates with project scope, client expectations, and operational capabilities