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Michael Page

Estimator- Commercial- ground up- Des Plaines

Michael Page, Des Plaines, Illinois, us, 60019


Direct Access to Leadership with a Top Chicago General ContractorHigh Base Salary, Bonus Potential, Growth Opportunities, Family Oriented CompanyAbout Our Client

One of Chicago's most-respected companies. They have award-winning leadership and have won multiple awards for their commercial developments. Their pipeline is strong for the next couple years with projects of all sizes. This is the reason for the opening. They have no plans of slowing down.

Specialize in Commercial and Mixed-use:

Project Locations: Chicagoland areaSolid leadership out of top general contractorsHands off management approach (estimators remain fairly autonomous)Great relationships with subcontractors and clientsStrong pipeline of projects through 2024Job Description

Managing all documentation to ensure the project is compliant, remains on schedule, and remains within budget while monitoring all costs.Obtaining, assembling, distributing, and filling all as-built drawings, warranties, certificates of occupancy, and lien releases.Scheduling projects in logical steps and budgeting time required to meet deadlines.Building and maintaining relationships critical to the success of the overall project and companyTrack and analyze data to reduce gaps between estimates and actual costs.Obtain and track subcontract bids and negotiate budgets.Prepare and present estimate documentation, including gaps in available data.Prepares estimates according to the requirements of multiple delivery systems. Reviews quotes and estimates with the project management teamAssists with certain post-bid buyouts.Initiates and participates in meet and greet presentations with subcontractors and suppliers.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

4-year college degree in engineering or construction management is desirable.5+ years of estimating experience, preferably in the commercial, multifamily or mixed use space. Additional field experience and project engineering is desirable.Experienced and proficient in On-Screen Take-Off and Timberline estimating software is preferable but not mandatory assuming candidate has experience in similar applications.Proficient in MS Excel, FTP site, document distribution, storage and records management.What's on Offer

A competitive base salary between $115,000 - $130,000 (Depending on experience with a general contractor)Competitive bonus structure, project/profit basedMedical insurance including dental and vision coverage for employees and dependentsGenerous 401K structure (4% match)Company profit sharingRobust career advancement opportunityStrong training programsGenerous PTO DaysCompany wide eventsFull hybrid roleFlexible working environmentExcellent growth potentialGas cardInclusive company culture

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