Commercial Estimator

An established commercial general contractor known for delivering high-quality projects with a hands-on, relationship-driven approach, is seeking an Estimator to join their team onsite in Fargo, ND. This is an opportunity to take ownership of estimating and preconstruction across a diverse portfolio of commercial, multifamily, public, and private projects while working in a small, nimble environment where your experience and ideas can make a visible impact.

What You'll Do as the Estimator

• Manage estimates and bids from initial opportunity review through final proposal and project handoff
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs across civil, structural, architectural, and related construction scopes
• Develop accurate project estimates using drawings, specifications, historical costs, current market data, and subcontractor pricing
• Build conceptual and preliminary budgets for projects during early design and preconstruction phases
• Review drawings and specifications to identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, cost risks, and opportunities
• Develop detailed trade scopes and bid packages to ensure complete subcontractor coverage
• Solicit, qualify, compare, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams throughout preconstruction
• Manage multiple active bids while maintaining accuracy, organization, and submission deadlines
• Prepare compliant proposals for commercial, multifamily, federal, state, municipal, and private-sector opportunities
• Account for bonding, wage requirements, and other applicable public or federal contracting considerations
• Support subcontractor negotiations, purchasing, and project buyout
• Provide Project Managers with a thorough handoff of awarded projects, including budgets, scopes, assumptions, and subcontractor information
• Assist with pricing change orders and evolving project scopes as needed
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site walks, and project strategy meetings

Must-Haves as the Estimator

• 3-5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience or comparable relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, sequencing, and costs
• Demonstrated experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs and developing complete estimates
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents
• Experience soliciting and leveling subcontractor and vendor bids
• Ability to identify scope gaps and potential cost or constructability issues before they impact a project
• Strong Excel and general computer skills
• Excellent organization and attention to detail
• Ability to independently manage multiple bids and deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally to project sites and pre-bid meetings as needed
• Ability to work onsite in Fargo, ND as part of a collaborative team

Nice-to-Haves as the Estimator

• Experience estimating multifamily construction
• Experience with federal, state, or municipal construction projects
• Knowledge of bonding, prevailing wage requirements, and public-sector contracting
• Experience with ConstructConnect, Sage Construction, Bluebeam, or similar estimating and construction platforms
• Previous Project Management experience with the ability to provide additional support across the project lifecycle
• Experience supporting buyout, change-order pricing, or projects after award
• Established relationships with subcontractors and suppliers in Fargo or the surrounding regional construction market

The Company Offers

• Base salary starting around $90,000, with flexibility above the range for an outstanding candidate with stronger experience
• 100% employer-paid individual health insurance premium through Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
• 401(k) with a 100% company match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the next 2%, eligible after one year
• Two weeks of paid vacation
• Paid company holidays
• Employer contribution toward individual basic accident coverage
• Stable, full-time opportunity with an established commercial contractor
• Broad project exposure across commercial, multifamily, public, and private construction
• Opportunity to work beyond traditional estimating for someone who brings Project Management experience
• Small, nimble, family-oriented company culture with direct access to leadership
• Onsite Fargo work environment built around teamwork, accountability, quality, and getting projects done right