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Chief Estimator - Build out your own team

Michael Page Detroit, MI (Onsite) Full-Time
$150,000 - $175,000/Year

Seeking a Chief Estimator - build out the Estimating department. You will be responsible for the estimating department. You will be leading large scale commercial projects. The successful candidate will be adept at analyzing data, preparing cost estimates, and collaborating with various departments to ensure project success

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Client Details

Our client is one of the most well known names in Michigan and across the region. They are known around the industry for their outstanding company culture and how they treat their people. They specialize in the Commercial space and are in need of an experienced Commercial Estimator to join their growing team.

Description

  • Review specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings, bid strategy, and marketing presentations as requested.
  • Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of certain sections and reviewing vendor quotations.
  • Review and incorporate historical data from prior projects as required.
  • Interface with Owner, A/E and /or subcontractors to provide accurate cost estimates.
  • Prepare conceptual estimates as needed by our clients
  • Participate in plan review and estimating reviews for prospective projects.
  • Understanding of construction specifications and blueprint reading.
  • Responsible for soliciting subcontractors/suppliers to ensure proper coverage.
  • Utilize and complete the subcontractor pre-qualification.
  • Identify and distribute documents to interested bidders.
  • Leadership during the design process through a design-assist process, value engineering opportunities, alternates and material replacements, new techniques/ideas/products, and subcontractor relationships.
  • Lead efforts to secure long lead subcontractors and materials
  • Work with Cities and Municipalities to identify and procure required permits.

Profile

  • BA/BS degree construction management, engineering, or 8+ year(s) experience in the estimating or project management field.
  • Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
  • Ground up project knowledge and experience preferred
  • Proficient in Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Sage, MS Project
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Interesting in mentorship opportunity
  • Quantity takeoff and cost estimate experience

Job Offer

  • Base salary ranging from $140,000-$160,000+ depending on experience
  • Competitive employer 401k match
  • Fully employer-paid health, vision, and dental insurance
  • 4 weeks PTO

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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Salary Details

This salary was provided in the Job Posting.
$150,000-$175,000
Yearly Salary

Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Full-Time

Location

Detroit, MI (Onsite)

Job Type

Construction, Design, Engineering

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

05/05/2025

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