Estimator

Populus Recruiting
📍 Shawnee, Kansas, United States 💼 Full Time 🕒 Posted June 04, 2026

Job Description

Key Responsibilities



  • Review architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and other construction drawings, specifications, and addenda to fully understand project scope.

  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for all divisions of work (concrete, masonry, steel, finishes, specialties, MEP, sitework, etc.).

  • Solicit, receive, analyze, and scope subcontractor and supplier bids/quotes; negotiate pricing and clarify scopes to ensure complete coverage.

  • Develop accurate cost estimates including labor, material, equipment, subcontractor costs, general conditions, overhead, profit, bonds, insurance, and contingencies.

  • Prepare conceptual / schematic design estimates, design development budgets, and guaranteed maximum price (GMP) or hard-bid proposals.

  • Identify value engineering opportunities, constructability issues, and potential project ris...

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Job Details

  • Location Shawnee, Kansas
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Category Business Operations Specialists
  • Posted Date June 04, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 14, 2026