Estimator, Construction

Champion Your Future with Tarkett Sports and Field Turf. Build your career with a world leader in sports construction and surfacing.

We are seeking an Estimator to support our team at Field Turf, a world leader in artificial turf with over 25,000 installations worldwide. Trusted at every level, Field Turf is at the surface of NFL and MLS stadiums, renowned collegiate programs, elite high schools, and local community venues. Focused on innovation with purpose, Field Turf is helping Change the Game for athletes and facility owners.

The Estimator supports Field Turfs' Project Management team. Reporting to the Regional Manager of Customer Operations, the incumbent will be responsible for planning, direct, monitoring, and coordinating projects in the bidding phase. Leading the bidding phase of construction projects. This role is responsible for coordinating multiple bids simultaneously, developing accurate and competitive estimates, managing risk, and ensuring all bid requirements are met on time and in compliance with regulations.

This role follows a hybrid schedule and may be based out of any of the following offices:
Auburn Hills, MI;
Calhoun, GA; or Tualatin, OR. (One position available) While the role may be based in a different location, working hours will align with West Coast business hours.

Field Turf is part of Tarkett Sports. Born from an entrepreneurial spirit and driven to find better solutions, we challenge the status quo and continue to change the game for athletes and facility owners-pioneering innovations that have reshaped entire industries.

Our team is made up of the most experienced and knowledgeable experts in the field.

From architectural design and full-scope construction to a comprehensive portfolio of industry-leading sports surfacing solutions, we lead with passion, pride, and purpose.

Trusted at every level, from professional stadiums to local community venues, Tarkett Sports is at the surface of over 80,000 installations - highlighted by projects in NFL, CFL, MLS, and at renowned NCAA division I programs.

Join the team behind renowned names like Field Turf, Beynon Sports, Classic Court, Grass Master, Tarkett Sports Indoor and Tarkett Sports Construction. Help us build the next world-class venue.

What you'll do:

Bid & Project Planning

* Plan, direct, and coordinate multiple bids within an assigned territory.

* Define scope, schedule, and budget for bids, including quotes, qualifications, document control, negotiations, and compliance.

* Manage the contract process in collaboration with the Project Manager and clients.

Pre-Bid & Estimating Activities

* Review plans, specifications, and project scope.

* Perform material take-offs and confirm synthetic turf pricing.

* Request and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes; pre-qualify subcontractors.

* Review general and supplemental conditions and identify scope risks with mitigation recommendations.

* Prepare estimates and profitability targets with support from leadership.

* Submit RFIs to Owners and Architects/Engineers as required.

Bid Execution & Coordination

* Chair weekly bid tracking calls with regional teams.

* Maintain bid activity metrics and reporting.

* Prepare and submit final bid packages.

* Assist with bid documentation including schedules, narratives, scope clarifications, alternates, unit pricing, and key personnel information.

* Lead bid reviews and verify completion of required documentation, permits, and local compliance items

What you need for success:

* Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and/or training (or equivalent combination).

* Experience in the construction and/or turf industry is a strong asset.

* Basic accounting knowledge.

* Strong general construction knowledge (drawings, specifications, materials, and methods).

* Solid understanding of bid preparation, quantity take-offs, subcontractor procurement, and bid-closing processes.

* Ability to analyze market conditions, business trends, and competitive information.

* Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused mindset.

* Strong…