Junior Estimator

About the CompanyAbout the Company A well-established, family-owned general contractor in the Raleigh area, specializing in interior fit-ups. They deliver 35-40 projects a year, ranging from $250K to $10M, with most between $1M and $2M. All work is private and within an hour of Raleigh, and at least half is negotiated rather than bid. They are a team of about 30 with a relaxed, no-ego culture, and they run projects with the processes of a much larger firm.About the RoleThe Role This is a hybrid of estimating and preconstruction project management. You’ll report to the Preconstruction Lead and join a small precon team. You’ll see projects at every stage, from conceptual budgets on a basic floor plan through to final pricing on a full set of drawings.ResponsibilitiesKey ResponsibilitiesPrepare conceptual budgets and detailed estimates across the full project lifecycleIdentify and define scope, and make sure it is passed to subcontractors clearly so they price it the way the company needsTalk with subcontractors daily, solicit pricing and level bids against the local marketPerform quantity takeoffs, mostly straightforward, with some more detailed work on conceptual budgetsWork alongside design teams and clients, acting as the guardrails during preconstructionHelp navigate local permitting and jurisdictional requirements to get projects to a startSupport AIA contracting and the handover of awarded projectsBuild lasting relationships with the local subcontractor communityQualificationsRequired Qualifications2-5 years at a general contractorBachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related fieldMust live in the Raleigh area and be able to work from the office every dayStrong communication skills and comfort talking with subcontractors, designers and clientsSolid understanding of how a GC runs projectsRequired SkillsEstimating experience is helpful but not required.The company will train the right person on estimating.They are especially interested in people who come from:Field superintendentProject managerProject engineerAssistant project managerThese are people who want to see the business side of construction and change direction.SoftwareEstimating software (RedTeam)Bluebeam for takeoffsPlanSwift (used for deeper takeoffs)Procore (project management)Prior experience with these is a plus but not essential.Preferred SkillsPrior experience with these is a plus but not essential.Pay range and compensation packageBenefitsCompetitive base salary of $80K-$100KAnnual bonus401(k)Health, dental and vision insuranceReal autonomy and a lot of exposure to the business, with a clear route to take on more responsibility as the team grows