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Project Estimator at Evans Builders Inc. Project Estimator at Evans Builders Inc. in Salisbury, Maryland Posted in about 23 hours ago.

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full-time About Us Since 1951, Evans Builders, Inc. has provided commercial and industrial construction services throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern United States. As a third-generation family-owned general contractor, we have built our reputation on being responsive, reliable, and capable of taking on challenging projects. Our work ranges from ground-up construction and fully managed turnkey projects to complex renovations, facility expansions, structural modifications, re-roofing, and retrofit work within active facilities. In addition to general contracting, Evans Builders self-performs several key trades, including concrete, structural and miscellaneous steel, pre-engineered metal building erection, demolition, and doors and hardware. This breadth of experience allows us to serve as either the general contractor responsible for complete project delivery or as a specialized contractor working alongside other builders and project managers. The Opportunity Evans Builders is seeking a full-time Project Estimator to join our team in Salisbury, Maryland. This is an on-site position focused on estimating commercial and industrial construction projects throughout our market. The Project Estimator will be responsible for developing accurate, competitive, and well-supported estimates from initial plan review through final bid submission. This position works closely with company leadership, project managers, field personnel, subcontractors, and suppliers to develop a complete understanding of project scope, potential construction challenges, cost, and risk. As part of a closely integrated team, the Project Estimator will have direct involvement in project selection, preconstruction, bidding strategy, and the transition of successful bids into construction. Responsibilities Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and other bid documents to develop a thorough understanding of project requirements. Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project costs. Solicit, review, and compare subcontractor and supplier proposals for scope coverage and pricing. Develop estimates for both subcontracted work and Evans Builders' self-performed scopes. Identify scope gaps, potential construction challenges, project risks, and cost-saving or value-engineering opportunities. Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as required. Prepare bid proposals, scope clarifications, exclusions, and supporting estimate documentation. Maintain and update historical cost information to improve estimating accuracy. Work with project management and field personnel to compare estimated costs with actual project performance. Assist with budgeting, change-order pricing, and preconstruction efforts as needed. Manage multiple estimates and bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Qualifications Experience estimating commercial, industrial, or institutional construction projects. Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents. Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs and developing labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs. Understanding of construction means and methods, sequencing, and general project execution. Strong analytical and organizational skills with close attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively with subcontractors, suppliers, clients, project managers, and field personnel. Proficiency with estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and other construction-related software. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Experience with self-performed concrete, structural and miscellaneous steel, PEMB, demolition, or similar trades is a plus. An associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is beneficial but not required . Relevant construction and estimating experience will be equally considered.