Construction Estimator Commercial​/Government projects

Construction Estimator for Commercial/Government projects

Position Summary: APD Construction, LLC, a leading General Contractor, seeks an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Estimator to oversee the entire preconstruction and estimating process for new construction and renovation projects across commercial, private, and government sectors. The role involves preparing accurate budgets, detailed estimates, comprehensive pre‑bid packages, and negotiating contracts with subcontractors to secure favorable terms aligned with project objectives.

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

• Lead the estimating team through all phases of the estimation process, ensuring timely and accurate project estimates.
• Perform detailed analysis of project drawings, specifications, and bid manuals to determine scope of work.
• Prepare comprehensive, full‑scope estimates for new construction and renovation projects based on Bid‑Build, Design‑Build, or competitive bid documents.
• Critically analyze bid documents to identify potential risks and opportunities, communicating findings to management.
• Organize and lead the bid/project team, providing strategic guidance on construction methods, scheduling, and overall approach.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical proposals ensuring alignment with client expectations.
• Conduct detailed quantity takeoffs for specific trades, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Develop precise labor, material, and production cost estimates, conducting thorough reviews with the estimating team.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing to ensure competitive and accurate bids.
• Lead negotiations with subcontractors, securing favorable terms and ensuring alignment with project goals and budget constraints.
• Participate in project site pre‑bid meetings, site tours, and post‑bid interviews as required.
• Perform technical reviews of plans and specifications to ensure project accuracy and completeness.
• Track and compare actual costs against estimated costs, maintaining detailed project cost history for future reference.
• Manage and maintain the subcontractor database, including overseeing prequalification processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders, ensuring APD Construction’s core values are upheld and customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience:
  
  5‑10 years of preconstruction/estimating and/or operations experience, with a strong emphasis on commercial construction projects, including new construction and renovations for private and government sectors.
• Technical Knowledge:
  In‑depth understanding of civil/site construction, foundation and structural systems, framing, drywall, casework, doors, specialties, interior finishes, exterior wall systems, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Software Proficiency:
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, AutoCAD 3D, and various takeoff software. Experience with bid management tools, online plan rooms, and database applications is highly desirable.
• Skills:
  
  Strong organizational skills, excellent verbal and written communication, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and a proven track record in contract negotiation with subcontractors.
• Other:
  Must be able to travel to job sites as assigned. Ability to speak Spanish preferred.

APD Construction, LLC offers a competitive salary, performance‑based bonuses, paid time off, paid holidays, and opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Qualified candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters outlining their qualifications and experience to

APD Construction, LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status.