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GC Estimator - Public / Municipal Construction
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What they do
An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$75,967 / year median in Maryland
+3% projected growth
Job Description
GC Estimator
- Public / Municipal Construction at Towson Mechanical Inc GC Estimator
- Public / Municipal Construction at Towson Mechanical Inc in Parkville, Maryland Posted in about 6 hours ago.
Type:
full-time
GC ESTIMATOR
Public & Municipal Construction
THIS JOB IS FULL TIME
- ON SITE
- LOCATED
IN PARKVILLE, MARYLAND
We are seeking a GC Estimator to join our construction team. This role is focused on public-sector and municipal work, including competitive hard-bid, sealed-bid procurement for ground-up new construction and major renovation projects. The right candidate will understand how to build a complete, accurate, and competitive estimate under tight deadlines, with a strong grasp of public bidding requirements, subcontractor coverage, scope leveling, and risk identification.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Prepare detailed bid packages for public and municipal projects
- Analyze drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents
- Solicit and level subcontractor and supplier pricing
- Identify scope gaps, bid risks, value engineering opportunities, and pricing strategies
- Manage multiple bid pursuits with strict deadlines
- Coordinate with operations, project management, and leadership during bid preparation
- Participate in post-bid reviews, buyout, and handoff to the construction operations team
PROJECT TYPES
- Ground-up public construction
- Major renovations and additions
- Municipal and government facilities
- Schools, public buildings, infrastructure-related vertical construction, and similar work
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Estimating experience with a general contractor
- Experience with sealed bids and hard deadline procurement
- Ability to read plans and specs thoroughly and produce scope packages for all subcontractor trade disciplines
- Ability to engage subcontractors and maintain close, long-term relationships
- Organized, deadline-driven, and highly detail-oriented
PREFERRED
- Experience estimating both new construction and major renovation work
- Knowledge of public procurement requirements, bid forms, alternates, unit prices, and bid bonding procedures
- Proficiency in estimating and takeoff software such as Building Connected and MS Excel
BENEFITS
- Health Insurance Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match 3% company match
- Life Insurance Company-provided coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO) We offer a strong compensation package, a steady pipeline of meaningful work, and the opportunity to play a major role in winning exciting projects for the organization.