Carlton Construction, Inc.
About Us:
At Carlton Construction, we are more than just a contractor. We are experienced construction managers who guide projects from pre-construction to completion, resulting in unique spaces that enrich life. We put more into every project because it results in less stress for every party involved. Within the construction industry, our name stands for transparency, trust, and impeccable attention to detail. We work tirelessly to meet our clients' project goals, guided by a client-first philosophy that is shaped by living our core values – Details Matter, People Matter, and Results Matter.
Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.
About the Role: The Estimator at Carlton Construction plays a key role in winning and setting up projects for success, managing the full estimating process from reviewing bid documents and site conditions to evaluating subcontractors and preparing proposals, all while ensuring estimates meet the Carlton Quality Standard. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy turning data into actionable insights.
You’re someone who: ·
Sees business opportunities where others see obstacles ·
Loves building relationships ·
Wants the best idea to win ·
Is excited by challenges ·
Plans for the intended result with humility, leadership, and teamwork in mind ·
Believes family is more than just a word ·
Has the ability to dream and the courage to deliver ·
Moves fast, stays curious, and never settles for good enough ·
Is proactive, resourceful, and a self-starter
What you’ll do: ·
Visit job sites and review bid documents to ensure accurate, complete, and risk-aware estimates. ·
Develop initial construction schedules and site logistics plans with Project Managers and Superintendents. ·
Manage the full estimating process to deliver thorough, timely, and compliant estimates. ·
Identify questions or clarifications during the bid process and prepare proposal clarifications. ·
Evaluate subcontractor proposals to determine the best fit and identify new subcontractors requiring a Master Subcontractor Agreement. ·
Conduct bid defense meetings and lead preconstruction to operations transition meetings. ·
Lead and coach the Assistant Estimator. ·
Monitor subcontractor participation and ensure multiple bids per scope. ·
Identify potential self-perform opportunities and review the Operations Manager. ·
Track current material pricing, trends, and potential cost escalations. ·
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors. ·
Research new subcontractors and vendors to expand market options.
What you bring: ·
At least 5 years in Construction, including 3 Years in Estimating. ·
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field. ·
Strong ability to visualize 2D drawings in a 3D space to assess constructability and clarify scope. ·
Data-Driven and analytical, experienced in leveraging historical cost data for materials, labor, and subcontractors. ·
Proven experience estimating diverse commercial building projects and identifying cost-effective construction methods. ·
Exceptional communication skills to build trust and clearly substantiate estimates with clients, colleagues, and subcontractors. ·
Experience managing, coaching, and directing junior team members. ·
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines under pressure. ·
Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, Sage, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, and other estimating software ·
Ability to build and maintain strong Subcontractor and Vendor relationships. xsgimln
Why join Carlton? ·
Strong culture that promotes a family/team environment ·
Competitive pay ·
Health, dental, and vision insurance ·
Employer-paid life insurance ·
Paternity and maternity leave ·
401K with company match ·
PTO and Paid Holidays with no waiting period (40 hours available on hire date)
Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.
About the Role: The Estimator at Carlton Construction plays a key role in winning and setting up projects for success, managing the full estimating process from reviewing bid documents and site conditions to evaluating subcontractors and preparing proposals, all while ensuring estimates meet the Carlton Quality Standard. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy turning data into actionable insights.
You’re someone who: ·
Sees business opportunities where others see obstacles ·
Loves building relationships ·
Wants the best idea to win ·
Is excited by challenges ·
Plans for the intended result with humility, leadership, and teamwork in mind ·
Believes family is more than just a word ·
Has the ability to dream and the courage to deliver ·
Moves fast, stays curious, and never settles for good enough ·
Is proactive, resourceful, and a self-starter
What you’ll do: ·
Visit job sites and review bid documents to ensure accurate, complete, and risk-aware estimates. ·
Develop initial construction schedules and site logistics plans with Project Managers and Superintendents. ·
Manage the full estimating process to deliver thorough, timely, and compliant estimates. ·
Identify questions or clarifications during the bid process and prepare proposal clarifications. ·
Evaluate subcontractor proposals to determine the best fit and identify new subcontractors requiring a Master Subcontractor Agreement. ·
Conduct bid defense meetings and lead preconstruction to operations transition meetings. ·
Lead and coach the Assistant Estimator. ·
Monitor subcontractor participation and ensure multiple bids per scope. ·
Identify potential self-perform opportunities and review the Operations Manager. ·
Track current material pricing, trends, and potential cost escalations. ·
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors. ·
Research new subcontractors and vendors to expand market options.
What you bring: ·
At least 5 years in Construction, including 3 Years in Estimating. ·
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field. ·
Strong ability to visualize 2D drawings in a 3D space to assess constructability and clarify scope. ·
Data-Driven and analytical, experienced in leveraging historical cost data for materials, labor, and subcontractors. ·
Proven experience estimating diverse commercial building projects and identifying cost-effective construction methods. ·
Exceptional communication skills to build trust and clearly substantiate estimates with clients, colleagues, and subcontractors. ·
Experience managing, coaching, and directing junior team members. ·
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines under pressure. ·
Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, Sage, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, and other estimating software ·
Ability to build and maintain strong Subcontractor and Vendor relationships. xsgimln
Why join Carlton? ·
Strong culture that promotes a family/team environment ·
Competitive pay ·
Health, dental, and vision insurance ·
Employer-paid life insurance ·
Paternity and maternity leave ·
401K with company match ·
PTO and Paid Holidays with no waiting period (40 hours available on hire date)