The Boldt Company

Estimator - Automotive & Industrial Construction

The Boldt Company$87K — $112K *
Wixom, MI 48393In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2-5 years of estimating experience, including preparation of complete estimates
  • Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, and developing scope of work
  • Understanding of construction systems, materials, labor, and equipment costs
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Excel and estimating/takeoff tools
  • Ability to collaborate across teams and support bid and proposal processes

Responsibilities

  • Develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates
  • Perform quantity takeoffs
  • Analyze drawings and specifications
  • Evaluate project risks and opportunities
  • Build comprehensive cost models
  • Collaborate with project managers and trade partners
  • Support bid submission and award processes

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on complex automotive and industrial construction projects
  • Engagement with diverse teams across various stages of project lifecycle
  • Involvement in shaping the future of American manufacturing
  • Potential for salary negotiation based on experience
  • Professional development opportunities within a dynamic company
Full Job Description
Location: Wixom, MI
Anticipated Salary Range: $87,000 - $112,000, Negotiable

Boldt is seeking a Estimator - Automotive & Industrial Construction to support complex automotive, industrial, and commercial construction projects across the United States.

This role is ideal for estimators with experience supporting automotive OEM facilities, assembly plants, manufacturing facilities, industrial process facilities, and large-scale construction projects. Whether your background comes from automotive construction, industrial preconstruction, manufacturing expansion projects, or heavy commercial construction, you'll play a critical role in helping clients make informed investment decisions and delivering projects that shape the future of American manufacturing.

As a member of our team, you'll develop conceptual and detailed cost estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, analyze drawings and specifications, evaluate project risks and opportunities, and build comprehensive cost models that drive successful project outcomes. You'll collaborate with project managers, operations leaders, trade partners, designers, and clients throughout the pursuit lifecycle from concept and design through bid submission and award.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $87,000 - $112,000, (negotiable) annually. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2-5 years of estimating experience, including preparation of complete estimates
  • Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, and developing scope of work
  • Understanding of construction systems, materials, labor, and equipment costs
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Excel and estimating/takeoff tools
  • Ability to collaborate across teams and support bid and proposal processes

Nice to Have
  • Experience with conceptual estimating and cost modeling
  • Exposure to GMP and lump sum project delivery methods
  • Familiarity with BIM tools such as Revit or similar
  • Experience with self-perform estimating and productivity-based costing

Unsolicited Correspondence

The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including agencies with an active agreement-unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.

About The Boldt Company

The Boldt Company is a construction services company headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin. The company was founded in 1889 by Martin Boldt and has since grown to become one of the largest construction firms in the United States. The company provides a wide range of construction services, including design-build, general contracting, and construction management. Boldt has completed projects in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, industrial, and commercial. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area. Boldt is a privately held company and is still owned by the Boldt family.
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