Construction Estimator in Safety Harbor

Job DescriptionJob Description

*There is a per-project bonus plan opportunity as additional compensation.

Position Overview

The Construction Estimator is a critical leader within Bay to Bay Properties. This role is responsible for evaluating bid specifications and construction drawings to ensure we understand everything required to successfully bid, win, and build each project.

This position requires strong technical construction knowledge, strategic thinking, and proactive subcontractor engagement. The Senior Estimator plays a key role in securing profitable work, minimizing risk, and ensuring seamless turnover to Project Management.

Key Responsibilities:

Bid Administration & Preconstruction

• Oversee bid administration in partnership with the Bid Coordinator
• Prepare and maintain plan distribution and reproduction status
• Thoroughly review all bid documents, specifications, and requirements
• Develop RFIs and clarifications to ensure complete scope coverage
• Prepare and distribute subcontractor bid packages
• Transmit addenda and other critical bid updates
• Ensure proper subcontractor coverage on bid day — no gaps
• Submit 100% of bids and budgets by deadline — no exceptions
• Enter and maintain all relevant project information in Procore

Subcontractor & Vendor Management

• Actively solicit, qualify, and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors
• Seek and vet new subcontractors to strengthen bid coverage
• Aggressively follow up to ensure timely and competitive pricing
• Fit subcontractors appropriately to the size and scope of each project
• Contact supply houses to supplement and strengthen coverage
• Demonstrate creativity and resourcefulness to gain competitive pricing
• Minimize exclusions by thoroughly scoping trades and “doing the homework”

Bid Day & Cost Analysis

• Perform comprehensive bid-day analysis and detailed scoping of assigned trades
• Ensure complete and accurate trade coverage
• Include value-engineering ideas on every bid
• Review job cost, scope alignment, and risk factors prior to submission
• Maintain strong understanding of project sequencing and constructability

Business Development & Closing

• Consistently follow up with Architects, Construction Managers, Property Managers, Brokers, and Owners to close business
• Build and maintain strong industry relationships
• Track submitted bids and budgets to improve win rate
• Support leadership in securing profitable and strategic work

Project Turnover

• Properly turn over all bid documents and subcontractor information to Project Management in a timely manner
• Review drawings with the Project Management team and highlight areas of concern
• Review budgets and job cost with the PM team to ensure smooth transition from preconstruction to construction
   

Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze construction drawings and specifications
• Thorough understanding of construction sequencing and best practices
• Strong knowledge of construction terminology
• Experience in full ground-up construction required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Experience with Procore
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and deadline-driven
• Strong follow-up and multitasking abilities
• Professional and polished in appearance and communication
   

Bay to Bay Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Generous PTO
• Monthly Catered Lunch
• Early Fridays (3pm)
• Quarterly Offsite Team Building Events
• Flexible Work Environment
• Company-Supplemented Health Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match

Company DescriptionBay to Bay Properties LLC's reputation is built on one simple principle: Manage each project as if it were our own. For years, Bay to Bay Properties has been building on your trust, and we continue to do so by providing superior quality commercial construction and renovations on time and within budget. Our status within the construction industry ensures our customers receive the highest quality products and supplies as well as outstanding service. We contract with only the most reputable subcontractors whose workmanship and integrity meet our standards. Throughout the entire construction process, Bay to Bay assists our clients every step of the way. From initial design to the final stroke of paint, our clients are provided status updates and participate in walkthroughs of the property. All work completed by Bay to Bay is not only backed with structural and workmanship warranties but also with our commitment to our customers: we stand by our work long after owner occupancy.

Our company culture is extremely important to us, and we strive to promote a positive work/life balance for all of our team members. We offer competitive salaries, full benefit packages, and generous PTO.Company DescriptionBay to Bay Properties LLC's reputation is built on one simple principle: Manage each project as if it were our own. For years, Bay to Bay Properties has been building on your trust, and we continue to do so by providing superior quality commercial construction and renovations on time and within budget. Our status within the construction industry ensures our customers receive the highest quality products and supplies as well as outstanding service. We contract with only the most reputable subcontractors whose workmanship and integrity meet our standards. Throughout the entire construction process, Bay to Bay assists our clients every step of the way. From initial design to the final stroke of paint, our clients are provided status updates and participate in walkthroughs of the property. All work completed by Bay to Bay is not only backed with structural and workmanship warranties but also with our commitment to our customers: we stand by our work long after owner occupancy.\r\n\r\nOur company culture is extremely important to us, and we strive to promote a positive work/life balance for all of our team members. We offer competitive salaries, full benefit packages, and generous PTO.