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Estimator | Diverse Projects, Strong Backlog, Low Turnover

Beltsville, Maryland Permanent USD120,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
Join a growing estimating team and lead the preparation of detailed cost estimated for commercial interior and multifamily construction projects. You'll work closely with subcontractors, project managers, and field teams develop competitive bids and support projects from preconstruction through turnover.
  • Join a respected contractor with 60+ years of success and low turnover
  • Take ownership or diverse commercial projects with a strong pipeline

About Our Client

This established and highly regarded construction firm has built a reputation for quality, repeat business, and long-term client relationships. Backed by strong revenue growth, an impressive project pipeline, and exceptional employee retention, they offer a stable and people-focused environment where employees can build lasting careers.

Job Description

The Estimator will be responsible for:

  • Preparing accurate conceptual, schematic, and hard-bid estimates for commercial and multifamily construction projects.
  • Reviewing drawings, specifications, and BIM models to complete detailed quantity takeoffs.
  • Soliciting, analyzing, and comparing subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure complete scope coverage.
  • Developing project budgets, cost breakdowns, and value engineering recommendations.
  • Evaluating project risks, constructability challenges, and market factors impacting pricing.
  • Supporting the preparation of proposals, bid packages, pricing exhibits, and scope clarifications.
  • Partnering with project management and operations teams to ensure a seamless transition from preconstruction to execution.
  • Maintaining historical cost data and updating estimating systems to improve future bid accuracy.
  • Contributing to strategic planning by identifying cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
  • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to support successful project pursuits and client relationships.

MPI 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 Applicant

A successful Estimator should have:

  • 5+ years of construction estimating experience.
  • Experience estimating commercial interior, multifamily, or general contracting projects.
  • Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and quantity takeoffs.
  • Proficiency with BuildingConnected, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing effectively.
  • Knowledge of budgeting, value engineering, and cost management principles.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with preconstruction, project management, and field teams.
  • Detail-oriented professional capable of managing multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.

What's on Offer

Reasons to apply to this Estimating role:

  • Join a company with an average employee tenure of 10 years and exceptionally low turnover.
  • Be part of a growing business with a healthy backlog and extensive pipeline of upcoming work.
  • Work on a diverse mix of commercial interior, healthcare, hospitality, education, office, and industrial projects.
  • Enjoy a competitive compensation package, strong healthcare coverage, 401(k) match, bonus potential, and company-paid travel expenses.
  • Collaborate with an experienced estimating team while having the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's continued growth.



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Jessica Grocer
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7080605

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Estimator
Industry
Property
Where
Beltsville
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jessica Grocer
Job Reference
JN-082026-7080605
 

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