Construction Estimator

Modern Construction Services specializes in the renovation and commercial construction of warehouses, distribution centers, retail, business offices, restaurant, and healthcare related properties.

As a Commercial Construction Estimator, your role is critical in shaping the financial foundation of our projects. You’ll be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial construction jobs, ensuring that we maintain profitability while delivering high-quality work. This position requires a strong understanding of construction drawings, materials, labor costs, and subcontractor coordination.

Salary range: $75,000 to $110,000. This salary range reflects a scale from a competent early-career (2+ year) estimator to a highly experienced, leadership-level estimator who adds strategic value to the organization.

Preferred candidate will live and have seasoned work history within the Charlotte-metro region, having knowledge of regional material pricing, labor rates, and local market conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Review architectural and engineering plans to develop detailed cost estimates.
• Perform quantity take-offs across all CSI divisions.
• Analyze subcontractor bids and vendor pricing to ensure scope alignment and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with project managers and field teams to align estimates with actual site conditions and execution plans.
• Participate in pre-bid walkthroughs and site evaluations as needed.
• Assist in preparing budgets, bid packages, and change order pricing.
• Maintain and update cost databases and historical pricing records.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost savings.
• Support procurement efforts by recommending vendors and subcontractors based on estimate data.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple estimates simultaneously.
• Clear and professional communication with internal teams and external partners.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years recent experience in commercial construction estimating.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents across multiple trades.
• Familiarity with estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, ProEst, PlanSwift, or similar).
• Experience with Procore or other project management platforms.
• OSHA 30, LEED, and PMP certifications are a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with data and formulas.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.

Benefits

• Annual profit sharing.
• Medical, vision, and dental.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Saving Account (HSA).
• Employer-paid Basic Term Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• 401(k).