Commercial Retail Construction Project Estimator

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Retail Construction Project Estimator to join our team. This is a fast-paced, high-volume estimating position responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial and retail construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of direct estimating experience in commercial and/or retail construction, strong knowledge of construction costs and methods, and the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.

This is an in-office position and is not available for remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for commercial and retail construction projects.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and bid documents to determine project requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Solicit, review, and compare subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure complete and competitive coverage.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, potential risks, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Prepare bid packages, proposals, budgets, and supporting estimating documentation.
• Manage a high volume of estimates and bid opportunities while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Maintain organized estimating files, bid records, pricing information, and subcontractor/vendor data.
• Communicate with subcontractors, suppliers, project managers, and other team members regarding project requirements and pricing.
• Assist with project handoff from estimating to operations after award.
• Maintain current knowledge of material pricing, labor costs, subcontractor markets, and commercial construction trends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of estimating experience in commercial and/or retail construction required.
• Demonstrated experience estimating tenant improvements, retail build-outs, renovations, ground-up construction, or similar commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, materials, methods, and sequencing.
• Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs and preparing complete project estimates.
• Strong computer skills and experience with construction estimating and takeoff software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other standard business applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with subcontractors, vendors, project managers, and clients.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to estimate accuracy.

Skills & Attributes

Because this is a high-volume estimating environment, the successful candidate must be able to:

• Prioritize multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Work efficiently without sacrificing accuracy or attention to detail.
• Demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Remain composed and productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with the project and estimating teams.
• Take ownership of assigned bids and follow them through completion.
• Identify potential issues before they impact pricing, schedule, or project execution.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, in-office position. Remote work is not available for this role.

We are looking for an estimator who thrives in a busy construction environment, can successfully manage a large volume of projects, and takes pride in producing accurate, timely, and competitive estimates.