CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR
TN Ward Company - Ardmore, PA
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Experience Level: 2-10 years Job Description: This role is a full-time, salaried, exempt position for a commercial building construction company. Our company produces projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. This position will be based out of our Ardmore, Pennsylvania office. Benefits offered include PTO, Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), and Profit Sharing. Responsibilities: Preparing budgetary, conceptual and competitive bid estimates for commercial construction projects while maintaining a proper balance between the profitability of the company and the achievement of total customer satisfaction. Provide estimating services that consist of labor and material quantity take-offs as required. Perform Carpentry and Drywall takeoffs for self-performed trade work. Perform pre-construction services. Develop and/or understands the full parameters of the project scope. Perform bidding and estimating project lead tasks and present estimates to clients. Attend pre-bid and de-scope meetings with clients. Develop a basis of scope for bidding and estimating purposes. Qualify all estimates and bids relative to scope. Review Change Orders and negotiate with Owners, Architects and Subcontractors. Develop project logistics and assist with planning and scheduling the work. Manage workloads according to department deadlines, commitments, and priorities. Foster positive relationships with internal and exterior customers, subcontractors, and design professionals. Assist in value engineering and constructability analysis. Qualifications: 2-10 years of experience in Commercial Building Construction Market preferred. Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture strongly preferred. Past experience working with general contractors or construction managers is preferred. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills required. Outstanding time management, organization, prioritization, attention to detail, and multi-tasking skills required. Proficient knowledge of estimating processes, technology, and related industry trends. Comprehensive understanding of trades, scopes, timelines, and scheduling/sequencing of work. Marketing experience is a plus. Experience with Hotel and Entertainment venues is preferred. Opportunities: You will gain experience in working on commercial building construction projects from the design and bidding phases through purchasing. Building construction is competitive, fast-paced, and can be a rewarding career. Desired Start Date: Immediate Availability Travel: < 10%
Created: 2026-04-02