Project Estimator

DeMaria Building Company • Novi, MI

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About The Position

DeMaria is looking for a Project Estimator to help develop accurate, complete, and competitive estimates for hard bid, design-build, and construction management projects. This role supports project pursuits from early review through bid submission and works closely with preconstruction, operations, self-perform teams, trade partners, owners, architects, and engineers. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, relationship-focused, and motivated to support successful project outcomes through strong estimating practices and clear communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field; or equivalent construction industry experience.
• Two or more years of experience in construction, estimating, preconstruction, project engineering, or a related role.
• Working knowledge of construction estimating, bidding, takeoffs, scope review, and bid-day preparation.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and project requirements.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented approach with a focus on accuracy, documentation, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate with internal teams, clients, trade partners, and vendors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Bluebeam, and related business or estimating tools.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Timberline/Sage, Procore, Autodesk, Microsoft Project, or similar construction software.
• Experience supporting hard bid, design-build, and construction management delivery methods.
• Understanding of construction means and methods, market conditions, trade partner coverage, and procurement considerations.
• Interest in growing into a role that can lead estimates and take ownership of assigned bids.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and complete estimates that align with project requirements, budget goals, and DeMaria’s estimating processes.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, special conditions, and bid documents to understand scope, risks, and opportunities.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and evaluate materials, labor, equipment, and self-perform scope requirements.
• Support pre-bid strategy, bid preparation, proposal documentation, scope clarifications, and bid-day execution.
• Solicit, review, and evaluate trade partner, vendor, and supplier proposals for completeness, competitiveness, and scope alignment.
• Participate in trade partner scope reviews and support negotiations to confirm proper scope, pricing, and contract alignment.
• Write contracts, purchase orders, and lead project handoff to support a smooth transition from estimating to operations.
• Build strong working relationships with trade partners, vendors, owners, architects, engineers, and internal project teams.
• Support a doer-seller culture by building relationships and identifying opportunities that may lead to expanded or new work.

Benefits

• Be part of a collaborative team that values accuracy, accountability, relationships, and continuous improvement.
• Work on meaningful projects while gaining exposure to preconstruction, estimating, operations, trade partners, and client relationships.
• Contribute to a doer-seller culture where relationship-building and technical execution both matter.
• Grow your estimating knowledge through hands-on project pursuit experience, mentorship, and team collaboration.

What This Job Offers

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