Estimator - Commercial Construction

National Maintenance & Construction Inc. (NM&C) • Full-time • Boynton Beach, Florida, United States • $75,000 - $90,000 / year • 2w ago

Title: Commercial Construction Estimator
Location: 1880 North Congress Ave, Suite 210, Boynton Beach, FL 33426
Location Type: In office (this is not a remote position)
Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 (commensurate with experience)

Overview:

NM&C is a nationwide commercial General Construction & Facility Maintenance organization built on respect, collaboration, and doing the right thing—for our clients and for each other. Our culture values clear communication, mutual support, and professionalism at every level. We believe people do their best work when expectations are clear, contributions are recognized, and teams work together toward shared goals.

We are looking for individuals who take pride in their work, communicate respectfully, and value being part of a team. The right candidate is dependable, organized, and approaches their responsibilities with care and professionalism. We value people who are willing to learn, contribute positively to the workplace, and support their coworkers in a collaborative environment.

Role Overview

The Commercial Construction Estimator is responsible for developing accurate, competitive cost estimates for NM&C’s commercial construction projects, typically ranging from $500,000 to $7,000,000, delivered through a vendor‑managed subcontractor model. This role focuses on scope clarity, subcontractor pricing, risk evaluation, and smooth handoff to operations, ensuring projects are bid profitably and executed as scoped.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities listed in this job description represent the primary duties of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform additional duties or responsibilities as assigned, provided such duties are lawful and related to business operations.

Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects, including tenant improvements, renovations, capital improvements, and multi‑site programs valued between $500K and $7M
Review architectural, structural, MEP, and civil drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and bid documents to fully understand project requirements and constraints
Perform quantity takeoffs and scope reviews to support accurate pricing for subcontracted trades and materials
Solicit, coordinate, and analyze subcontractor bids within a vendor‑managed construction model, ensuring scope completeness, pricing accuracy, and compliance with NM&C standards
Level subcontractor proposals by scope, inclusions, exclusions, scheduling assumptions, and risk, identifying gaps or inconsistencies
Develop complete estimate summaries, including subcontracted costs, general conditions, allowances, contingencies, and markups
Identify project risks, assumptions, exclusions, and clarifications, documenting them clearly for internal review and proposal submission
Partner with Project Managers and Operations to validate constructability, sequencing, vendor availability, and execution strategies
Participate in pre‑bid meetings, site walks, and scope clarification discussions as required
Prepare bid pricing and proposal inputs for submission to clients, owners, or procurement platforms
Support post‑award subcontractor buyout, scope alignment, and estimate handoff to the project team
Maintain historical cost data, subcontractor pricing, and estimating templates for continuous improvement and accuracy
Assist with value engineering (VE) by evaluating alternate means, methods, or materials without compromising scope or quality
Support bid strategy discussions, including go/no‑go decisions, staffing assumptions, and schedule impacts

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or a related field, or equivalent hands‑on estimating experience
3–7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, preferably with a general contractor operating in a subcontractor‑driven model
Experience estimating mid‑size commercial projects, typically $500K–$10M, with multiple subcontracted trades
Strong understanding of commercial construction means and methods, sequencing, logistics, and trade coordination
Advanced proficiency with estimating and takeoff software, such as PlanSwift, Bluebeam, On‑Screen Takeoff, or similar tools
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for bid leveling, cost modeling, and estimate analysis
Ability to read and interpret full construction drawing sets, including architectural, MEP, and specialty scopes
Experience coordinating and communicating with subcontractors and vendors to clarify scope, pricing, and assumptions

Requirements & Core Competencies

High attention to detail and accuracy in pricing, scope analysis, and documentation
Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines
Analytical and risk‑aware mindset, capable of identifying scope gaps, cost drivers, and exposure areas
Comfort working in a vendor‑managed environment, where execution relies on subcontractor performance rather than self‑performed labor
Clear written and verbal communication skills to support internal reviews, subcontractor coordination, and proposal development
Understanding of commercial contract structures, scopes, exclusions, and change management principles
Ability to collaborate cross‑functionally with preconstruction, project management, and field operations
Professional judgment, integrity, and accountability in all estimating activities

This role is ideal for an estimator who:

Thrives with incomplete information and evolving scope
Is comfortable being hands‑on and client‑facing early in the project
Understands that estimating at NM&C is not just pricing—but problem‑solving, planning, and partnership

Preferred Experience

Experience estimating projects where complete construction drawings or fully defined scopes are not available at bid time, requiring active scope development and clarification
Demonstrated ability to engage early with clients, project managers, and vendors to help define project scope, assumptions, and budget before formal documentation exists
Experience performing conceptual, budgetary, and ROM (rough order of magnitude) estimates based on limited information, site visits, historical data, and vendor input
Strong background in scope gap identification and risk evaluation, with the ability to document assumptions, exclusions, and clarifications clearly for internal and client review
Experience working closely with subcontractors and vendors to build scopes collaboratively, including walkthroughs, field verification, and preliminary pricing exercises
Comfort operating in a high‑engagement estimating role, supporting projects from initial client request through bid, buyout, and handoff to operations
Experience adjusting estimates as scope develops, drawings evolve, or site conditions are confirmed, while maintaining budget alignment and cost control
Familiarity with estimating in occupied facilities, phased environments, or active operations where scope definition requires coordination and flexibility
Experience supporting fast‑track or design‑assist projects where estimating, planning, and execution overlap
Prior experience in a vendor‑managed or subcontractor‑driven construction model, where estimator success depends on communication, collaboration, and vendor accountability rather than self‑performed work
Ability to partner with Project Managers post‑award to support scope validation, subcontractor buyout, and execution planning