Estimator

We are looking for an Estimator to join our team here at Midwest Construction Group. 

This is a people-centered role in a fast paced, high risk work environment. Therefore, this position requires a person who gravitates towards problem solving through personal interaction, is highly professional, a gifted communicator, and problem solver with a “can do” perspective.  

Potential candidates should also have an ability to effectively prioritize and manage project load. This position requires a candidate who is highly effective at problem solving in both team and individual settings. The ideal candidate for this position must be able to manage work time effectively, proficiently navigate software (Outlook, Procore etc.), and preferably have experience working in the construction industry, The right person for this role will be passionate about completing quality work, desire to continue to develop personally, organized, and has a high level of personal accountability.

Some expected responsibilities include:

• Develop client and subcontractor relationships with the best interest of Midwest Construction Group, Inc. 
• Develop scope of work and client requests 
• Ability to read and understand drawings.
• Ability to perform quantity take offs.
• Write bid scopes 
• Assist business development solicit and hire architectural firms for pre-construction through construction drawings 
• Assist business development solicit and hire civil engineering firms for pre-construction through construction drawings 
• Solicit and hire subcontractors 
• Write proposal letters 
• Create internal review estimate spreadsheets 
• Provide project management with project files for hand-off 
• Develop subcontractor relationships 
• Enforce, when needed, OSHA safety standards on Midwest job sites 
• Enforce, when needed, quality control of subcontracted trades 
• Maintain Midwest standards per handbook 

Estimator Position Qualifications:

• 5+ Years of Experience Preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer software
• High degree of familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions 
• Organizational skills, with projects, people, and ideas
• Experience in dynamic work environments/industries
• Experience using Procore is preferred