Estimator - Commercial General Contractor

Massive bonus & career growth potentialOpportunity for continue mentorship and growthAbout Our ClientOur client is a diversified real estate firm that specializes in development, design, and construction headquartered in The Greater Detroit area. They lead with a team of real estate experts, financial advisers, architects, engineers, and construction professionals. They deliver solutions by integrating with an ownership team and actively managing projects from concept through completion, assuming 100% responsibility for all phases of each project. To keep up with demand for their contracting services they are looking to add an Estimator to the team.Job DescriptionThe key responsibilities of the Estimator (Detroit, MI) are to:Work with the client from the start of each project to ensure you understand the project scope and visionPrepare full general conditions estimates and analysisPrepare construction cost estimates with quantity take-offs and unit pricingPrepare scope documents per trade and include scope and project specific informationOversee the beginning of each turn-key project, including details like permit submission and design evaluationsReviews project proposal, drawings and plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of projectCollaborate with the architect and construction crew to ensure feasibility of each projectConduct meetings on-site with architect, client and construction crewNegotiate with vendors, suppliers and subcontractorsPrepare and submit project estimates to clientsMPI 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.The Successful ApplicantA successful Estimator (Detroit, MI) candidate will possess:1+ year of commercial construction estimating experience or project engineer experience with involvement in preconstructionBachelor's degree in construction management or related area of study preferredSignificant and diverse project experience with a commercial focusAbility to run projects from conception to completionExperience estimating projects $2M or moreEffective Communication SkillsWorking knowledge of commercial construction technology and detailsStrong Personal Drive to take on several challenges and grow professionallyWhat's on OfferOn offer for an Estimator (Detroit, MI) candidate is:Competitive salary of $100k-$125K+Car Allowance of $750 per monthHigh Bonus potential up to 20% of baseFamily Feel Company CultureLots of AutonomyClear career progression and promotion path401k Employer Match of 6%ESOP programGas cardPaid maternity or paternity leave3-4 weeks of PTOCompany Sponsored outingsContactPatrick SuttonQuote job ref