Construction Estimator Job at Actalent, Bloomfield Hills, MI

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  • Actalent
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI

Job Description

Construction Estimator

Join a leading construction company as a skilled and driven Estimator. You will play a crucial role in guiding projects from initial concept to final buyout. Your responsibilities include developing project budgets, overseeing key preconstruction milestones, assessing subcontractor scopes, and collaborating with clients and design teams to deliver cost-effective and buildable solutions.

Lead and support all aspects of preconstruction and estimating across multiple active projects, including construction schedule development, logistics planning, bid strategy, quantity takeoffs, constructability reviews, subcontractor/vendor pricing analysis, and presentations to clients.

Develop detailed, accurate, and complete estimates that align with project goals.

Prepare scope narratives and organize bid packages, clearly communicating scope, strategy, and assumptions to internal partners, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

Analyze bid results and make well-informed recommendations for subcontractor and vendor awards.

Maintain and manage the preconstruction project files to ensure a smooth handoff to project operations and enable a successful project launch.

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.

At least five years of industry-related estimating experience, preferably at a general contractor.

Creative and results-oriented with a strong sense of urgency and self-motivation.

Exceptional communication and organizational skills.

Strong problem-solving abilities with a flexible, collaborative approach to working with diverse teams.

Experience with estimation, construction, commercial construction, construction takeoff, quantity takeoffs, bid strategy, constructability reviews, bidding, and document review.

Proficiency in estimating software and tools such as Bluebeam, Procore, and cost analysis techniques.

Experience working on multi-family or senior living projects.

This is a salaried role primarily based in the office located in Bloomfield Hills, with occasional fieldwork for onsite walkthroughs early in the process. The work environment includes a modern office space where each employee has their own cubicle, fostering a collaborative atmosphere. The role involves building a niche book of business in the multi-family and semi-commercial project space, providing job security with funded housing projects. The current team consists of four estimators.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $120000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Bloomfield, MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2025.

Job Tags

Temporary work, For contractors, For subcontractor, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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