Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsDiverse Project PortfolioCompetitive base salary and bonus planAbout Our ClientOur client is a General Contractor located out of Chicago looking to add a skilled and experienced Estimator to their team. They are know throughout the industry for investing in their people and attracting, developing and retaining talented professionals. They have a high energy, excellent culture and plenty of opportunities for growth. Apply now to be considered within 24 hours.Project Portfolio: Residential, Multifamily, Hospitality, Commercial, RetailProject Locations: Mainly Chicago-land areaFamily oriented cultureSolid leadership out of top general contractorsHands off management approachGreat relationships with subcontractorsStrong pipeline of projects through 2024 leading into 2025Job DescriptionPerform conceptual, schematic, and design development budgetsReview plans for consistency and accuracyCompute costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirementsPrepare work to be estimated by gather proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documentsResolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing informationPresent prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive informationPrepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trendsManage all levels of take-offs while applying unit pricesCollaborate with others on the construction team to successfully bid jobsDevelop into a leader within the estimating teamMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful Applicant5+ years of estimating experience, ideally with a commercial general contractorPreferably have a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture or a related fieldProficient with both hard bid and conceptual estimatingWell versed in Procore, Bluebeam and other estimating software'sExcellent organization skillsUnderstanding of Construction SystemsOSHA certification is requiredFlexibility to effectively deal with changing priorities and time lines though analytic problem solvingAble to work independently as well as in a collaborative team-oriented environmentWhat's on OfferBase salary of $110,000 - $130,000, depending on experiencePerformance based bonus potentialResidential estimating experience is preferredVehicle allowanceFamily oriented companyPaid Maternity leavePaid Paternity leaveComprehensive benefits package to include: 401(k), Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Parental leave, Vision insuranceReferral bonusShort term/Long term disabilityGreat opportunity to join a reputable brand, and well established company within the growing Chicago marketContactEleanor TuerkQuote job refJN-092024-6540872Job summarySectorConstructionSub SectorConstruction PlanningIndustryPropertyLocationChicagoContract TypePermanentConsultant nameEleanor TuerkJob ReferenceJN-092024-6540872