Job Description

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.

• Full-Spectrum Estimation: Manage cost estimation across all CSI Master Format 16 Divisions .
• 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.
• Master of Take-offs: Utilize PlanSwift , Bluebeam, and manual scales to develop precise quantity take-offs, organizing data through advanced MS Excel spreadsheets.
• Subcontractor Relations: Lead the development and maintenance of our Subcontractor Database, managing communications and project "walk-throughs."
• 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.
• Contract Preparation: Assist in writing Scopes of Work, Qualifications, Assumptions, and Exclusions for final Proposals.

What You Bring to the Table

• The GC Background: You must have previous experience working directly for a General Contractor or a major Trade Subcontractor (Framing, Drywall, Interiors, etc.).
• Experience: 3+ years of Estimator/Construction Management experience is required.
• Technical Mastery: Advanced skills in reading Construction Drawings and high proficiency in PlanSwift, Bluebeam, Adobe, and MS Excel .
• Leadership Mentality: You are someone who can lead a department, manage multiple deadlines, and produce a "Hard Bid" that stands up to scrutiny.
• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree (or Associate’s with equivalent construction management experience).
• Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a significant plus in the Miami market.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Set Apart: You possess a drive for excellence and take immense pride in your work.
• Detail Oriented: Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are non-negotiable.
• Proactive: You don’t just wait for answers; you develop bid clarifications and RFI’s to keep projects moving.
• Adaptable: You have the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Lead an entire department for a young, exciting firm where your wins directly fuel our growth.
• Innovation: We encourage a "think outside the box" mentality and value leaders who find new ways to address old challenges.
• 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!

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