Estimator-Commercial/Retail Construction

Kimmel & Associates Inc.

$85K — $125K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-10 years of construction estimating experience strongly preferred.
  • Specialization in estimating for restaurant, fast-food, retail, and commercial projects.
  • Experience with projects in the $3M-$6M range.
  • Strong understanding of construction documents and pricing strategies.
  • Proven ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimation.
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  • Stable career history with a focus on professional growth.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed estimates and bids for fast-food, retail, and commercial construction projects.
  • Review construction plans, specifications, and project requirements.
  • Perform accurate quantity takeoffs to develop precise project budgets.
  • Solicit and analyze subcontractor and vendor pricing data.
  • Compose comprehensive bid proposals along with supporting documents.
  • Manage multiple estimates concurrently while adhering to tight bid deadlines.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement options.
  • Opportunity to work on diverse, ground-up commercial projects in the Atlanta area.
  • Access to a strong pipeline of work in restaurant, retail, banking, and commercial sectors.
  • Entrepreneurial and collaborative company culture.
  • Long-term career growth opportunities with a focus on employee development.
  • Chance to significantly impact company growth and project success.
Full Job Description


This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator who wants to join a collaborative organization where estimating plays a direct role in the company's continued growth and success.

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates for commercial construction projects. The Estimator will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to develop detailed bids and help secure new business.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on estimating experience with fast-food restaurants, retail, commercial, banking, or similar construction, along with the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare detailed estimates and competitive bids for fast-food restaurant, retail, and commercial construction projects.
  • Review plans, specifications, scopes of work, and project requirements.
  • Perform accurate quantity takeoffs and develop project budgets.
  • Solicit, analyze, and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
  • Prepare comprehensive bid proposals and supporting documentation.
  • Manage multiple estimates simultaneously while meeting critical bid deadlines.

Requirements
  • 3-10 years of construction estimating experience strongly preferred.
  • Previous estimating experience in restaurant, fast-food, retail, commercial, or similar construction.
  • Experience estimating projects in the $3M-$6M range.
  • Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, materials, scopes of work, and subcontractor pricing.
  • Proven ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop accurate project costs.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Stable career history and demonstrated interest in long-term professional growth.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred but not required.
  • Must be based in or willing to work in Atlanta, GA.

Benefits
  • $85,000-$125,000 base salary
  • Lucrative guaranteed bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on ground-up commercial projects throughout the Greater Atlanta market
  • Strong pipeline of restaurant, retail, banking, and commercial projects
  • Entrepreneurial, team-oriented company culture
  • Long-term career growth opportunities
  • Opportunity to directly contribute to company growth and project profitability

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