Construction Estimator (Bloomington)

YOU MUST CURRENTLY LIVE WITHIN THE MINNEAPOLIS / ST. PAUL METRO FOR CONSIDERATION, NOT REMOTE. NO RELO PROVIDED. This is not an engineering role, strictly renovation estimating, 100% in the office, not remote.

We empower Estimators to increase their earning potential with commissions on profitable renovation projects.

Estimators must understand building science (what's inside the wall type) to produce competitive bids w / organized backup documentation. The goal is to be awarded the project while maintaining profitability for the entire team.

SKILL SET

It is required that any applicant have a minimum of 5 years of commercial renovation estimating experience.

Proficient at blueprint reading

Understand the RFI process for clarifications BEFORE assigning costs

Assume 10% travel via air to attend bid walks for hotels, senior living, retail, multi-housing projects nationwide.

Deconstruct plans into component parts for detailed, accurate estimates; labor, material, equipment, etcwork with

Perform take offs w / accurate measurements & counts. Solid experience using Microsoft 365, Excel, Stack, Bluebeam, ProCore, scales, scientific calculators, fractions, ratios, proportions

Source contractors and materials.

Writing skills to prepare scope narratives, clarifications, and qualifications.

Coordinate with sales team to communicate estimate accurately, provide detailed backup info on how you arrived at the cost estimate.

Possess strong communication skills; ability to interact effectively with clients, vendors, contractors and employees at all levels of the organization.

Multi-tasking and prioritizing a must to independently manage multiple bid opportunities simultaneously in a time sensitive environment

Perform as a self-starter who takes ownership in your work, excels in time management and organization.

Earning Potential : Year 1=$80K-$125K; Year 2=$90K-$150K

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Schoenfelder does not sponsor employment visas.