Construction Estimator - Pittsburgh, PA

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Department: Preconstruction / Construction
Reports To: CRO
Location: Office/Job Sites
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
The Construction Estimator role will be primarily responsible for providing cost estimating on 
a variety of project types, including commercial construction, healthcare, data centers, etc., 
with a heavy emphasis on MEP estimating. A successful Construction Estimator must be able 
to prepare estimates in the hard bid, design-build, and negotiated estimating processes.
Key Responsibilities
Design and Preconstruction Coordination
• Preparing detailed accurate estimates at schematic, design development, and 
construction document levels of design
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, ensuring alignment with scope,
schedule, and cost objectives.
• Lead project kickoff, handoff, progress and coordination meetings with internal
teams and external partners.
• Developing material take-offs and labor/equipment pricing for self-performed work
• Reviewing in-depth software-generated estimates for completion and technical 
accuracy ensuring quality and integrity in line with company standards
Required Qualifications*
Experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred with field of study in Construction Management, Civil
Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial construction
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
Technical Knowledge
The Construction Estimator must have:
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures, material costs, and project
management principles
• Effective communication, both verbally and in writing, with clients, designers,
subcontractors and other personnel when necessary to perform one’s job 
responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling 
and workflow process as they relate to construction.
• Experience with providing estimates in CSI form
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures, and industry best practices.
Technological Proficiency
• Be able to effectively use various computer programs, including but not limited to
Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat, Procore and Sage Timberline.
• Ability to create and present a credible, confident, positive image of oneself and the
company during oral presentations to clients, designers, subcontractors and others.
• Experience in data center and high reliability facilities estimation, with an 
understanding of their specialized MEP system is a plus.
Core Competencies
• Technical Expertise
• Problem Solving
• Coordination and Planning
• Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Leadership and Team Collaboration
• Schedule Management
• Customer Focus
• Quality Management
Physical Requirements
• Ability to visit active construction sites regularly.
• Ability to walk projects, climb ladders, and navigate unfinished structures.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in both office and field environments.
Company Benefits
We believe Etzel Engineer and Build, Inc. is one of the best companies to work for
in the Construction Industry. We specialize in a design build approach that
assembles a highly motivated and qualified team of engineers, architects and
subcontractors to deliver the best possible result to the ownership group. Here at
Etzel, we strive to build great relationships with our employees and clients,
architects/engineers and subcontractors. Our approach has allowed Etzel to be
the exclusive contractor for many of our clients. 
We understand to be a great organization, it takes the resources of the best and brightest 
talent to build some of the most challenging projects. As such, we aim to offer a 
comprehensive benefits program as follows:
• 401K with Employer Matching
• Profit Sharing
• Performance-Based Incentive Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental Reimbursement
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Summer Picnic
• Holiday Parties
• Vehicle Allowance
• Company Issued Laptop, Smart Phone and IPAD