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Construction Estimator

Winmar Construction
Reston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2025

Job Description:

Winmar Construction, Inc. is currently seeking to fill the role of Estimator at our office in Reston, VA. This position offers an excellent development and learning opportunity for an individual looking to launch their construction management career.

The Estimator’s primary role will be preparing cost estimates by analyzing proposals and bid requirements, while meeting submission deadlines. This is an opportunity to be exposed to construction management’s many facets. Winmar Construction is an intimate environment where individuals are encouraged to take on bigger roles and grow quickly.

Respond with resume and cover letter.

Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent

· Minimum of (3) years’ experience and internship in General Contracting or Construction Management preferred

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and Bluebeam

· Proficiency in scheduling software, including MS Project

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Basic estimating skills

· Must be able to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications

· Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

· Professional and courteous demeanor and ability to interact with clients

· Bilingual (Spanish) a plus but not required

Estimator Responsibilities:

  • Attend project pre-bid meetings and walk-throughs
  • Perform pre-construction evaluation of drawings, bid packages and possible value engineering options by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents
  • Perform take-off of plans for budgeting and estimating
  • Correspond with clients and subcontractors
  • Assemble professional proposals and bid documents
  • Establish standardized marketing and bidding documents for distribution to potential clients
  • The ability to meet deadlines and produce budgets and estimates under extreme time constraints
  • Effectively communicate bid requirements to subcontractors
  • Occasional research, development and/or interpretation of data with little supervision or instruction

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement

Experience level:

  • 3-5 years

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Reston, VA Office: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work

Education:

  • High school (Required)

Experience:

  • Commercial construction: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In-person Reston, VA Office

Salary : $85,000 - $110,000

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