Construction Estimator

Millie and Severson is a premier General Contractor, delivering award-winning projects across Industrial, Healthcare, Education, and Commercial markets. As an employee-owned company, we are committed to Building A Higher Standard while providing our team members with the opportunity to build meaningful, long-term careers.

A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
We are seeking an experienced Estimator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about digging in plans, problem-solving, and delivering accurate, competitive estimates. This is an opportunity to join a respected team where your expertise is valued, your contributions are recognized, and you can make a meaningful impact on high-profile construction projects.
Why Join Millie and Severson?Employee-owned company (ESOP)Stable company with a strong reputation and long-tenured employeesCollaborative team environmentCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefitsOpportunity to work on challenging and rewarding projects
What You'll DoAs an Estimator, you will play a critical role in preparing detailed analysis of estimate requirements necessary from material summaries with minimum supervision
Review plans for a potential project. Plan may be complete or very conceptual.Verify plans with existing site conditions.Accurately determine and list the scope of work for each trade required to complete the project.Prepare invitations to subcontractors to provide a bid for the project.Review plans and specifications for completeness, inconsistencies, and conflicts.Prepare Requests for Information (RFI’s) as required to the project consultants to obtain a thorough understanding of the project and the requirements to complete it.Coordinate the distribution of bid documents to subcontractors including any subsequent RFI’s, addendums, or other information.Prepare an estimate of quantities and a list of items to compare subcontractor proposals to assure the proposal is complete and qualified.Evaluate subcontractor proposals for consistency with the plans and specifications.Prepare the project budget.Prepare a comprehensive proposal of services containing inclusions, exclusions, clarifications, and alternates.After award of the project, prepare a turnover package for Project Management and participate in the turnover meeting.Assist Project Management with follow-up requests for budgeting.Attend interviews, as needed
What We're Looking For7+ years of estimating experience with a commercial general contractorTilt-Up and/or Medical Office Building Ground up experience highly preferredDemonstrated strong tenure with previous employersAbility to independently prepare detailed estimate analyses and material quantity takeoffsStrong understanding of commercial construction means, methods, and subcontractor scopesExperience preparing conceptual estimates, hard bids, negotiated budgets, and GMP proposalsExcellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Education & Technical QualificationsBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related discipline preferredProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)Advanced Experience with On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, BidMail, and Microsoft ExcelLEED Accreditation is a plusBIM experience is a plus
If you're looking for a company that values expertise, integrity, teamwork, and loyalty, we'd like to hear from you. Please submit a project list with your resume.
Apply today and help us continue Building A Higher Standard.
Recruiter Notice:Millie and Severson is conducting this search through its internal Talent Acquisition team. We are not seeking assistance from recruiting agencies, staffing firms, or search consultants. Unsolicited resumes will not be accepted, and no placement fees will be paid. xzbcwsv Direct applicants only.