Assistant Estimator

Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Estimating Department: Estimating Reports to: Chief Estimator Supervisory Duties: No Salary Range: $81,000 - $96,000 Assistant Estimators will assist with the preparation of project estimates by performing detailed quantity take-offs, managing subcontractor lists, and maintaining communication with trade partners. They will assist in researching construction systems and materials, conducting comparative cost studies, organizing estimate documentation, and ensuring accurate and up-to-date records. This role supports the estimating team in delivering precise and competitive bids while gaining foundational experience in the preconstruction process. Responsibilities / Essential Functions • Support the estimating process to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with client expectations throughout the duration of the project. • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, designers, and subcontractors to understand their needs and expectations. • Review and analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to assist in preparing detailed time, cost, and labor estimates. • Foster effective collaboration among project team members to support a unified and efficient estimating process. • Communicate clearly and consistently with all stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency. • Assist in preparing quantity take-offs and applying unit pricing for materials and labor to determine the value of the work. • Develop a full understanding of the project scope by reviewing documents and engaging in discussions with the design team and owner. • Assist in drafting qualifications, clarifications, and assumptions to support estimate documentation. • Contribute to cost comparison exercises and reconcile estimates against previous versions or benchmarks. • Support the subcontractor solicitation and selection process, including reviewing bids and maintaining communication with trade partners. • Assist in preparing detailed scope sheets to ensure clarity and completeness in subcontractor bid packages. • Participate in quality control reviews of all bids and estimates to ensure accuracy and consistency. • Contribute to the development of in-house budgets and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposals. Key Skills • Self-starter with ability to set goals and tasks with strong leadership skills. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.  • Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize. Required Experience • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, architecture or related field. • Understands building plans and specifications. • Safety standards knowledge and enforcement, OSHA 30 required.