Michael Page
Construction Estimator
Michael Page, Des Plaines, Illinois, us, 60019
General Contractor with 50 yr track record of success in the commercial marketsUpward mobility for a junior and experienced candidateAbout Our Client
One of Chicago's fastest growing companies. This construction company, based in Chicago, has a track record for excellence resulting from a combination of wide-ranging experience, exceptional teamwork, and phenomenal growth. Their pipeline is significantly higher than anticipated for the next couple years. Additionally, our client places a strong emphasis on positive company culture and they want to grow their team with strong construction professionals.
Project Portfolio: Commercial, hospitality, and retailProject Locations: Mainly Chicagoland areaFamily oriented cultureSolid leadership out of top general contractorsHands off management approachGreat relationships with subcontractorsStrong pipeline of projects through 2024 leading into 2025Job Description
The key responsibilities of the Estimator:
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
BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or Project Management preferredCommercial construction estimating experience required5+ years of experience in constructionGround up project knowledge and experienceExperience with hard and conceptual bidsExperience with quantity takeoffs and cost estimatingBluebeam and OnScreen Takeoff experience is requiredWhat's on Offer
A competitive base salary between $100,000-$130,000 (Depending on Experience)Competitive bonus structure, project/profit based. (Typically between $8,000-$15,000 in the first year)Medical insurance including dental and vision (100% coverage for individual and dependents)Generous 401K structureCompany profit sharingRobust career advancement opportunityStrong training programsGenerous PTO DaysCompany wide eventsCompany phone and laptop providedDE&I InitiativePossibility for flexible work
Contact
Emily Dudley
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6530417
One of Chicago's fastest growing companies. This construction company, based in Chicago, has a track record for excellence resulting from a combination of wide-ranging experience, exceptional teamwork, and phenomenal growth. Their pipeline is significantly higher than anticipated for the next couple years. Additionally, our client places a strong emphasis on positive company culture and they want to grow their team with strong construction professionals.
Project Portfolio: Commercial, hospitality, and retailProject Locations: Mainly Chicagoland areaFamily oriented cultureSolid leadership out of top general contractorsHands off management approachGreat relationships with subcontractorsStrong pipeline of projects through 2024 leading into 2025Job Description
The key responsibilities of the Estimator:
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
BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or Project Management preferredCommercial construction estimating experience required5+ years of experience in constructionGround up project knowledge and experienceExperience with hard and conceptual bidsExperience with quantity takeoffs and cost estimatingBluebeam and OnScreen Takeoff experience is requiredWhat's on Offer
A competitive base salary between $100,000-$130,000 (Depending on Experience)Competitive bonus structure, project/profit based. (Typically between $8,000-$15,000 in the first year)Medical insurance including dental and vision (100% coverage for individual and dependents)Generous 401K structureCompany profit sharingRobust career advancement opportunityStrong training programsGenerous PTO DaysCompany wide eventsCompany phone and laptop providedDE&I InitiativePossibility for flexible work
Contact
Emily Dudley
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6530417