Chief Estimator: Lead the Bid, Build the Future
Location:
Miami, FL
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Are you a "Leader-first" estimator who thrives on the hunt for the next big win? We are an exciting, young, and driven construction company looking for a powerhouse to lead our
Estimating Department
. We aren't just looking for a number-cruncher; we need a strategic collaborator who thinks outside the box, manages multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously, and has a proven track record of winning bids for a
General Contractor.
If you are a motivated professional who prides themselves on a "detailed and thorough" end product, we want you to help us set a new standard of excellence in the Miami market.
The Mission: Precision, Strategy, and Growth
You will be the engine behind our project acquisition, overseeing the full lifecycle of the bid process from initial take-offs to final contract qualifications.
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Full-Spectrum Estimation:
Manage cost estimation across all
CSI Master Format 16 Divisions
.
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Strategic Bidding:
Create Invitations to Bid (ITB), conduct thorough follow-ups, confirm scopes of work, and negotiate pricing to ensure we remain competitive and profitable.
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Master of Take-offs:
Utilize
PlanSwift
, Bluebeam, and manual scales to develop precise quantity take-offs, organizing data through advanced MS Excel spreadsheets.
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Subcontractor Relations:
Lead the development and maintenance of our Subcontractor Database, managing communications and project "walk-throughs."
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Documentation & Analysis:
Develop bid clarifications, RFI’s, Budget Sheets, and Cost Breakdown Analyses. You will also lead the project "Walk-Throughs" and Architect/Owner meetings.
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Contract Preparation:
Assist in writing Scopes of Work, Qualifications, Assumptions, and Exclusions for final Proposals.
What You Bring to the Table
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The GC Background:
You must have previous experience working directly for a
General Contractor
or a major Trade Subcontractor (Framing, Drywall, Interiors, etc.).
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Experience:
3+ years
of Estimator/Construction Management experience is required.
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Technical Mastery:
Advanced skills in reading Construction Drawings and high proficiency in
PlanSwift, Bluebeam, Adobe, and MS Excel
.
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Leadership Mentality:
You are someone who can lead a department, manage multiple deadlines, and produce a "Hard Bid" that stands up to scrutiny.
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Education:
A Bachelor’s Degree (or Associate’s with equivalent construction management experience).
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Language:
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
is a significant plus in the Miami market.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Set Apart:
You possess a drive for excellence and take immense pride in your work.
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Detail Oriented:
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are non-negotiable.
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Proactive:
You don’t just wait for answers; you develop bid clarifications and RFI’s to keep projects moving.
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Adaptable:
You have the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Why Join Us?
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Impact:
Lead an entire department for a young, exciting firm where your wins directly fuel our growth.
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Innovation:
We encourage a "think outside the box" mentality and value leaders who find new ways to address old challenges.
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Team-Centric:
Work as part of a driven team focused on delivering superior results.
Ready to lead our Estimating Department to the next win? Apply today!