Estimator

work-life balance
Competitive salary

About Our Client

Our client is a highly respected general contractor with a strong presence across Central Pennsylvania, specializing in complex healthcare and multifamily developments. Known for their high standards, repeat clients, and steady pipeline, they offer a collaborative environment where preconstruction professionals play a key role in project success.

Job Description

Prepare detailed conceptual and hard-bid estimates for healthcare and multifamily construction projects
Analyze project drawings, specifications, and scope documents to perform accurate quantity takeoffs
Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and vendor bids, ensuring complete scope coverage
Develop budgets, bid packages, and proposals aligned with project goals
Collaborate with project managers, executives, and clients during preconstruction
Identify value engineering opportunities while maintaining quality and code compliance
Understand and account for healthcare-specific requirements (e.g., infection control, phasing, occupied renovations)
Evaluate project risks, constructability challenges, and market conditions
Maintain and refine estimating databases, unit costs, and historical pricing
Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and presentations as needed

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

5-10+ years of estimating experience with a general contractor
Proven experience estimating healthcare and/or multifamily construction projects
Strong understanding of complex systems, particularly MEP, code compliance, and healthcare regulations
Ability to read and interpret construction documents at all design phases
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communicator who thrives in a collaborative, team-based environment
Experience with estimating and preconstruction tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Procore, Sage, PlanSwift, OST, etc.)
Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple bids simultaneously
Knowledge of the Central PA construction market (Lancaster and surrounding areas) preferred