Director of Estimating

Synergy Professionals, Inc. is a national construction recruiting firm with offices in Atlanta, GA and Chesapeake, VA. We are devoted exclusively to the construction industry. Synergy Professionals is committed to being the best recruiting service available to our clients and to the candidates we present.

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Birmingham based General Contractor specializing in commercial construction has an immediate need for a Director of Estimating – Preconstruction Director.  This GC is looking for an experienced estimator with the desire and drive to help the company grow.   Typical projects are $1M-$5M and are a mix of 40% retail/commercial, 40% healthcare and 20% light industrial. 

This role will be responsible for:

• Managing the estimating department
• Reviewing project plans and specifications with the team and ensure complete scope
• Soliciting subcontractor and supplier information and pricing
• Supporting business development and marketing opportunities
• Assist with presentations to owners
• Prepare proposals, conceptual estimates, & progress estimates.

Job Requirements:

• Must have 10-15 years’ experience in commercial/retail, healthcare, or light industrial (office warehouse) construction projects in project management &/or estimating.
• You must have been an estimator on these types of projects for at least the last 3 years.
• A 4-year construction related degree is required
• Experience with estimating software is required - Sage/Timberline estimating software is preferred.
• You must live in the Birmingham area. If you don’t currently, reasonable relocation expenses will be paid .

Compensation: $100K - $115K, depending on experience, plus healthcare and 401K benefits.   Reasonable relocation expenses will be paid if you do not currently live in the Birmingham area.

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