Estimator

Trillium Construction is hiring for a detail-oriented and experienced Estimator to join the multifamily construction division of a local, well-established contractor.

The Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for multifamily residential projects, collaborating with project teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure successful project delivery. Annual salary is between $90,000 - $110,000, and possibly higher depending on experience level.

Duties:
-Manage multiple projects simultaneously in different stages of development.
-Produce comprehensive bids for various projects, ensuring proper coverage of the scope of work and taking responsibility for bid dates, compiling bid information on bid day, properly qualifying the project, and compiling the proposal for the client.
-Maintain contacts in the industry and keep apprised of market conditions that may affect product offerings, including pricing and scheduling factors.
-Report to the VP level directly within the department and Preconstruction Managers as assigned.
-Manage the buyout process once a project is awarded.
-Understand the different trades and the scopes of work associated with those trades.
-Perform takeoffs for various trade work.
-Understand and be able to apply unit costs for various trade work.
-Write scopes and confirm that subcontractors include proper scopes in their bids.
-Compile bids into complete bid proposals.
-Write qualifications for projects on which you are assigned.
-Read and understand technical drawings including Architectural, -Structural, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical and Civil drawings.
-Read and understand project specifications.
-Write RFI’s and manage bid information over the course of the bid process.
-Ensure good sub coverage for bids prior to bid day.

If interested, please apply today!

Qualifications:
-2+ years of estimating experience in multifamily construction or similar sectors for a general contractor.
-Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, PlanSwift) and Microsoft Office Suite.
-Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
-Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
-Familiarity with local building codes, regulations, and industry best practices.

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.