New

Estimator

The Christman Company
United States, North Carolina, Raleigh
Oct 30, 2025
The Christman Company Job Description: Essential Job Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1.Demonstrates conceptual estimating proficiency in the scope review process, subcontractor knowledge, information of On-Screen Takeoff and estimating software platforms, and in interiors estimating. 2.Develops skills in structural and civil estimating at concept and schematic design. 3.Developing knowledge of client relations and estimate presentations. 4.Greater depth of knowledge with regard to technical specifications. 5.Greater depth of knowledge with regard to pricing levels. 6.Meets deadline challenges and has the ability to prioritize multiple assignments simultaneously. 7.Work in conjunction with the bid team to prepare accurate bid proposals. 8.Provide technical assistance to Project Managers in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required. Assure clean handoff of estimate, bidding information, drawings, specifications, etc. to project management team. 9.Perform quantity take-offs. 10.Honor the brand promises of the Project Planning Group at Christman. Foundational to our brand is: providing accurate costing; proactively offering creative solutions for the team; and understanding our client's business to optimize capital investment and to win as a team. 11.Complete assigned and required training for this role. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work Environment This position will be conducted in a temperature controlled professional office environment, with moderate noise. The role will routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly required to talk, listen sit, walk, reach, kneel, stoop, crouch, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel and to operate a computer keyboard and phone while maintaining visual acuity. The employee may occasionally be required to lift and or carry lightweight (under 20 pounds) objects. Expected Hours of Work Full time position. Extended hours and weekends may apply. Travel Minimal travel required, depending on the project, travel to other areas may be required. Majority of travel done during work hours; overnight stays may be required. Required Education and Experience 1.Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance or a related job field. 2.Three (3) years of work experience in construction or related job field. -or- 3.Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience. Preferred Education and Experience 1.Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance or a related job field. 2.Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts. 3.Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis, and estimation metrics. Additional Eligibility Qualifications 1.The ability to contribute as a member of a team and help others succeed is very important for success at Christman. Planning successful projects is done best when there is a high-performance project team assisting our client in making critical design decisions. Attributes include being self-motivated; a problem-solver; creative thinking; and a comfort level presenting concepts and ideas. 2.Well organized, excellent communication, and negotiation abilities. 3.Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 4.Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, trade practices. 5.Must have conceptual ability to work with minimum information and quickly develop an understanding of the owner and/or architect requirements. 6.Complete knowledge of the estimating documents and the ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis of the documents. 7.Familiarity with construction project management software. 8.Strong computer knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Christman Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.