Estimator - Design Build GC - Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina Permanent USD95,000 - USD135,000 per year View Job Description
Excellent opportunity to join a well-established General Contractor with a great work culture in Charleston. Candidates with 3+ years of estimating experience - read on!!Please click and apply for more details or reach out directly to Alessandra Vasquez at 617-428-0491.
  • Great place to continue building your career at this top 100 ENR
  • Strong compensation + benefits package (10% profit sharing too!)

About Our Client

With 8 offices and over 300 employees across the US, this top 100 ENR contractor has an impressive portfolio and talented teams that deliver exceptional work. The Charleston office is a dynamic, hard-working group ready to welcome their newest team member! Projects in the Charleston area are primarily large-scale light industrial projects.

Job Description

  • Project Estimation & Cost Analysis: Prepare detailed cost estimates by analyzing project plans, specifications, and related documents.
  • Quantity Takeoffs: Perform accurate material and labor quantity takeoffs to develop comprehensive cost projections.
  • Bid Preparation & Submission: Develop and submit competitive bids by coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
  • Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination: Solicit and evaluate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive and accurate pricing.
  • Value Engineering: Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or project requirements.
  • Market & Cost Trend Analysis: Stay informed on material costs, labor rates, and market conditions to ensure accurate pricing.
  • Collaboration with Project Teams: Work closely with project managers, superintendents, and other stakeholders to align estimates with project execution.
  • RFI Management: Identify gaps in project documents and submit Requests for Information (RFIs) to clarify scope and pricing assumptions.
  • Budgeting & Proposal Development: Assist in developing project budgets, feasibility studies, and preconstruction planning efforts.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 3+ years experience with a general contractor in an estimating role
  • Must have previous project experience on ground-up builds
  • 4 year Bachelors degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field of study preferred
  • Must have an outstanding business acumen and professional demeanor to manage client relationships
  • Possess the team's values of integrity, humility, and self-improvement
  • Software proficiency with the following preferred but not required: REVIT, 3D Models, AutoDesk, Onscreen Takeoff

What's on Offer

  • Base salary DOE 95,000-130,000
  • Annual bonus target 20%
  • $800/month vehicle allowance
  • 401K with employer match
  • 10% annual company profit sharing
  • Excellent health benefits through Aetna
  • Wellness reimbursement up to $600/year
  • 3 weeks PTO/year + company holidays + sick days



Sound like your next role? Apply now for immediate consideration within 24 business hours!

Contact
Alessandra Vasquez
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6729992

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Estimator
Industry
Property
Location
Charleston
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Alessandra Vasquez
Job Reference
JN-042025-6729992
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