Construction Estimator

Construction EstimatorLocation: Williamsburg, VAMajor Role and Purpose: Provide complex construction cost estimates for complete site construction projects. Reports to: Chief EstimatorDescription of Duties:Foster and maintain relationships with contractors, developers, vendors, and subcontractors.Locate, procure, and prioritize bidding opportunities.Develop and maintain cost structures for bidding.Quantity take off.Bid preparation and costing.Bid opportunity tracking from location through award.Contract negotiation and review.Schedule project work activity with field supervisors and management team.Facilitate work efficiency to maintain profit goals.Perform other tasks as necessary.Education:Bachelors degree in building construction preferred.A comparable combination of education and experience in a construction company.Work Experience/Qualifications:Effective organizational, management and writing skills.Knowledge and experience with HCSS construction software.Knowledge in VDOT specifications.Knowledge in construction practices.Valid drivers license.Strong interpersonal and communications skills.Physical Demands:Job requires the following motions: driving, standing, sitting, squatting, reaching, pulling/pushing, and lifting.Required to drive.EOE/M/F/Disability/VetAbout Branscome:OUR COMPANYFor more than 60 years in Virginia, our crews have been safely delivering the infrastructure that our communities are built on. We take immense pride in building the things that you can see, but also those you cant. Camaraderie in the field, with our clients, and out in the community is the spirit that drives our dedication and commitment to excellence.Branscomes vertically integrated services provide a streamlined end-to-end scalable solution for our customers. Its the satisfaction of a job well done recognition of team effort and the delight of our customers that keep us creating infrastructure and connecting people.OUR TEAMWhen you work for Branscome, you join our innovative team in completing the areas most important large-scale, fast-track projects. You help us provide excavation, site work, underground utilities, asphalt paving, ready-mix concrete, and more to a slew of satisfied clients, including VDOT, Norfolk International Terminal, numerous local governments, private developers, and corporate entities. At Branscome, workers take pride in their work and inspire each other with their teamwork, innovation, and enthusiasm. This attitude of excellence generates the superior customer service that Branscome is known for.Branscome benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement savings and professional development.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYWhen you work for Branscome, you join our diverse, innovative team. Our differences breed the ideas which fuel our success. Every aspect of our relationship with current and potential employees is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. This pertains not only to initial employment and working conditions but also to all actions affecting hiring, promotions and transfers, training (including apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship when required), compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Adherence to this policy and compliance with the law is expected of all employees.If you need assistance completing the online application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (757) 229-2504.Branscome EEO StatementBranscome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of this Company to assure thatapplicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regardto their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military orveteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any other characteristic protected bylaw. Such action shall include: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment orrecruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation;and selection for training, including apprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-jobtraining.Branscome is in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations and ensureequitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Branscome will provide reasonableaccommodation to all applicants who require assistance completing the online applicationprocess. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation tocomplete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access oruse this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please for assistance.We are committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs ordisabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more:

Created: 2025-10-27