Lead Estimator

Job Title: Lead Estimator – Commercial General Contractor Company Info: Over 25 years, PDC has built a reputation as a reliable and diversified family-owned construction company. We have leveraged our experience and resources as one of the largest commercial hardscape contractors in the southeast to propel our growth as a General Contractor, building horizontal and vertical projects (< $5 million per project) across many sectors. Whether you are an experienced construction veteran or early in your career, you can have a tangible impact on the success of PDC! Job Summary: The Lead Estimator for General Contractor projects is responsible for producing accurate and timely estimates to create a healthy backlog of commercial projects. This position leads estimation while working with executives, project managers, and field managers to complete successful projects in all phases, from pre-construction to closeout. General Responsibilities: - Create and maintain a full bid schedule by working with PDC team members as needed to source leads and determine which leads to pursue.  - Work with customers and PDC team members to help determine project feasibility, scope, and duration.  - Actively participate in project pre-bid meetings, site visits, and post-bid interviews as required.  - Thoroughly understand all project documents and submit RFIs to owners, architects, or engineers as needed.  - Solicit for subcontractor bids by submitting digital ITBs (iSqFt or other).  - Evaluate subcontractor proposals and scopes of work.  - Perform accurate and organized quantity takeoffs digitally (Plan Swift or other).  - Evaluate special conditions that affect cost and price, such as site conditions, schedule, access, market conditions, etc.  - Build comprehensive and accurate estimates in software (B2W or other).  - Follow quality control and quality assurance measures to ensure estimate accuracy.  - Prepare and submit bid or proposal documents as required within due dates.  - Follow-up post-bid with owners or other stakeholders to maximize the potential for award, record feedback, and provide feedback to suppliers, subs, etc.  - For awarded projects, work with PDC team members to prepare for construction, understand the budget, aid in buy-out and price change orders as needed throughout the project duration. Qualifications:  - Experience in producing accurate Commercial General Contractor estimates (3+ years) for projects ranging from $1 million to $10 million  - Excellent written and verbal skills  - Solid understanding of commercial construction processes and CSI trade divisions (field experience is a plus)  - High proficiency in general software use, Microsoft Office, and estimation software applications such as iSqFt, B2W, Plan Swift, or others (specific training can be provided and/or other software adopted to fit experience)  - Ability to successfully manage multiple estimates and due dates  - Personality that is detailed-oriented, organized, and manages time well  - Have a natural enthusiasm to work hard and produce excellent work Benefits:  - Highly competitive salary  - 401k with company match  - Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance  - Flexible PTO and vacation policy  - Performance-based bonus potential  - Investment in training, education, and certifications What you can expect from PDC:  - Opportunity to play a significant role in a growing, family-owned company  - Personal development and career growth  - Compensation that is performance-driven  - Genuinely caring and family-oriented company culture  - A variety of challenging, exciting, and high-profile projects