Estimator I

Description

Location : San Antonio, TX or Lakewood, CO or Chesapeake VA, or Hudson, MAECC is seeking candidates (ideally, recent college graduates May 2025 or earlier) for an immediate opportunity as a construction Estimator I . This person should have strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and have a solid mathimatical and data mindset. The entry level Estimator will work in-office along with other estimators and is primarily responsible for assisting in the timely development of accurate project cost estimates for large construction projects. In this position you will :

• With attention to detail, review project documents to gain a thorough understanding of scope of work to bid.
• As directed, assist in preparing Request for Quote (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP) to distribute to subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers for pricing and bid. Ensure that documentation is written in an organized fashion, effectively relaying required information.
• Evaluate and analyze received bids for completeness and with consideration for exclusions and exceptions.
• Complete quantity takeoffs and summary of results.
• Conduct value engineering as appropriate and make viable recommendations to enhance the bid.
• Prepare final estimate documentation noting costs associated with labor, materials, equipment, insurance, bonds, taxes, markups, and other relevant expenses in accordance to Company standards and practices.
• Ensure that supporting documentation is retained and retrievable for future use.
• In addition to the accountabilities above, other responsibilities, tasks, and deliverables may be assigned to the incumbent of this position.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

ECC targeted base salary rate is $52k - $55k annually.

Actual salary offered may be affected by education, training, certifications, experience, skills, level of responsibility, and location.

Benefits Offered – full-time positions