Category: Construction

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Work Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000

Work Model: On-Site

Reference #: 46356

Join a team where your expertise in construction estimating plays a critical role in bringing projects to life. We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative professional to join our client's team as a Construction Estimator. In this position, you will play a key role in shaping project success by preparing detailed estimates, analyzing subcontractor pricing, and supporting informed decision-making throughout the preconstruction process. If you enjoy solving complex challenges, working with talented professionals, and contributing to projects that make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!

Work Model:

  • On-Site

What You Will Do:

  • Collaborate with the preconstruction team and project managers to develop accurate conceptual and detailed project estimates, ensuring alignment with project scope and client requirements
  • Perform detailed quantity take-offs across all construction systems, accurately assessing material and labor needs
  • Prepare comprehensive project estimates both independently and as part of a team, ensuring consistency and accuracy
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor pricing for budgeting, bid proposals, and value engineering opportunities
  • Scope and select subcontractors based on best value, project specifications, and quality standards
  • Record final estimates and maintain a detailed cost history to inform future project planning and cost control
  • Create, monitor, and manage project scope documentation to ensure alignment with bids, budgets, and client expectations

What You Will Need to Be Successful:

  • Strong proficiency in performing quantity take-offs across various construction systems
  • Ability to create precise estimates both individually and collaboratively
  • Experience soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids for budgeting and proposals
  • Knowledge of scope management, cost history documentation, and project scope tracking
  • Skill in utilizing cost-modeling systems like Uniformat II and familiarity with CSI standards
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related engineering field
  • Prior internship or experience in estimating, construction management, or related roles

Benefits Overview:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k
  • Bonus eligible

Interested and qualified candidates can contact John Kubrak at (319) 449-1200 or email jkubrak@thepalmergroup.com.

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About Palmer Group

At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.

As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.

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