Estimator

Company Overview

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor dedicated to delivering quality services and products to commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction sectors. The company values diversity and inclusiveness, fostering an environment that supports employee growth and potential through training and professional development.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Estimator to join PCI LYMO 585 operations in Londonderry, NH. This role involves preparing detailed estimates across various scopes of PCI's construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute quantitative takeoffs for construction projects.
• Determine labor productivity metrics to support estimates.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with local vendors to obtain competitive pricing on materials and equipment.
• Request and evaluate subcontractor bids for work outside of self-performed areas.
• Analyze market conditions including competition, backlog, and risk to appropriately determine margin percentages.
• Participate in internal bid reviews alongside supervisors and project teams.
• Engage with customers to foster alignment and maintain strong relationships.
• Manage contract administration duties for awarded projects.
• Use wage and benefit schedules accurately in preparing estimates.
• Coordinate with Operations team for smooth transition of secured projects.
• Assist with additional tasks such as change order management and billing as needed based on project demands.
• Collaborate with other Estimating team members to support product line initiatives.

Compensation

Annual salary ranges from $86,500 to $116,000, supplemented by a non-guaranteed annual bonus program.

Basic Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in construction project estimating.
• Familiarity with specialty construction scopes and their management.
• Strong skills in interpreting project specifications, drawings, materials, and methodologies pertinent to PCI’s work.
• Proven history of building and sustaining strong client relationships.
• Outstanding communication abilities, both verbal and written, along with excellent customer service skills.
• Keen attention to detail and adeptness in cost analysis.
• Capability to read and understand project schedules for sequencing and timing.
• Experience with takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwift.
• Comprehensive understanding of estimating methods and bidding procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Willingness and aptitude to acquire new technical skills and apply them effectively.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience managing or estimating specialty construction scopes.
• OSHA certification.
• Experience working with labor unions.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Incentive bonus programs
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans with flexible spending account options
• Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability coverage
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off and paid holidays

Additional Information

This role is safety-sensitive and subject to a drug and alcohol-free workplace policy with testing upon hiring and as required during employment. Equal employment opportunity is given regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. The company will not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing firms without a signed fee agreement and proper candidate submission.

Responsibilities and duties described may be updated at any time without prior notice.