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Estimator

Management Recruiters International
Livonia, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Estimator

Seeking a talented individual to lead hard bids and negotiated proposals for our manufacturing, power, and energy projects. We are looking for a proven professional with a strong track record in creating competitive bids and budgets, with a comprehensive knowledge of the latest industry standards and practices.

Our ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic work environment. If you are an individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality projects and possesses the skills and expertise we are looking for, join our team of professionals and help us continue to exceed our clients' expectations.

Position Responsibilities :

  • Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
  • Prepare detailed trade scopes of work and backup documentation for review
  • Solicit project specific proposals from subcontractors and suppliers and evaluate them for completeness and competitiveness
  • Develop options and recommend best value solution based on cost, engineering, quality or availability of materials
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships and ethical practices with owners, consultants, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers
  • Assist Operations with awarded contracts and projects as required. May include estimating / pricing change orders and facilitating resolution of any contractual issues
  • Track and assist operations with awarded contracts and projects as required - may include estimating / pricing extra work items, change orders, credit, procuring materials, etc.
  • Work with Proposal Coordinator to develop complete professional proposals including all required information (schedules, project narratives, organizational charts, etc.)
  • Develop complete conceptual proposals to support business development and client maintenance
  • Negotiate and issue subcontracts

Required Skills

  • Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project or other scheduling related systems and have experience working with On Screen Takeoff and / or MC2 type software is preferred
  • Candidates must have a strong understanding of conceptual estimating, estimating techniques, and cost control
  • Ability to prepare proposals with minimum supervision
  • Must be comfortable working in teams
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should be able to clearly articulate bid inclusions, exclusions, and proposals clarifications with owners and subcontractors
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize responsibilities
  • Required Experience

  • A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is preferred
  • Candidates must have 7 years estimating experience
  • Why :

    As an Estimator you'll use your analytical and problem-solving skills to plan and estimate work based on preliminary concepts, helping shape some of our customers' most critical projects. As a trusted member of the team, you'll have the autonomy to apply your construction know-how on complex projects, and be backed by the support of our responsive and collaborative team.

    Beyond our drive to work hard, is also proud of our culture of comradery and our team of people who make every day rewarding. has been voted by our own employees as one of Metro Detroit's and the Nation's Best & Brightest Places to Work for ten years in a row. These awards showcase the best : the people who care for and look after each other both personally and professionally.

    Takes care of its team with the best benefits and compensation packages, including :

  • Free Medical Insurance
  • Free Dental Insurance
  • Free Life Insurance
  • HSA with 50% of Deductible Funded Annually
  • 401K with One of the Highest Employer Matches in the Industry
  • Cash-in-Lieu of Benefits Available
  • Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
  • If you want work that challenges you and a team that supports you, then apply today!

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