Construction Estimator

Construction Estimator - $135K annually DOE!

This position is a direct hire opportunity!

Integrity Trade Services is hiring an Estimator for our construction client at $135K annually DOE! Receive comprehensive benefits through our client upon hire!

The Construction Estimator will support the pursuit and award of work by preparing accurate, competitive bids and budgets across a variety of markets. This role requires a detail-oriented, solutions-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, metrics-focused environment.

• Prepare bids and estimates for lump sum projects both independently and as part of a collaborative estimating team.
• Manage multiple pursuits simultaneously, effectively prioritizing bids, budgets, and deadlines.
• Perform detailed project quantity takeoffs and translate them into clear, organized bid proposals.
• Develop and refine bid scopes to ensure complete coverage of project requirements.
• Level and qualify subcontractor proposals, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project needs.
• Create logistics plans and bid schedules that reflect project constraints, phasing, and site conditions.
• Establish general conditions and general requirements for each project based on size, complexity, and delivery method.
• Develop and analyze budget unit costs to support accurate pricing and value-driven solutions.
• Proactively identify issues and propose practical, solutions-oriented recommendations throughout the estimating process.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to support a smooth handoff from preconstruction to operations.

Location: Chicago, IL

Schedule/Shift Details: Day shift

• Proven experience in bidding and estimating lump sum construction projects in a preconstruction or estimating role.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple bids and budgets concurrently while meeting deadlines.
• Strong skills in quantity takeoffs, bid scope development, and subcontractor leveling/qualification.
• Experience preparing logistics plans and bid schedules for a variety of project types.
• Ability to establish general conditions and general requirements tailored to project-specific needs.
• Solid understanding of budget unit costing and cost drivers in commercial construction.
• Preferred market background in one or more of the following: public/municipal, healthcare, interiors (office, lobbies, renovations), retail, and ground-up/civil new construction.
• Additional pluses include experience with conceptual budgeting, GMP proposals, and GC/fee and qualification proposals.
• Highly motivated by winning work, setting and achieving bid-to-win goals, and taking on challenging pursuits.
• Confident, polished presence with clients and internal teams, remaining calm and composed under pressure.
• Known for going above and beyond, embracing constructive feedback, and continuously refining skills.
• Flexible and adaptable, able to pivot quickly as priorities, strategies, or project requirements change.
• Strong collaborator who works effectively across teams and builds trusted relationships with both clients and colleagues.

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

At ITS, we offer our employees a competitive salary paid weekly and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities