Estimator - Real Estate Developer - Chicago
Chicago
$80,000-100,000 base + bonus + benefits (401k, etc.)
Join this fully integrated real estate developer as a part of their in-house construction estimating team!
-Your new company-
This company has been in business for over 75 years and is responsible for some of the highest-profile projects across the country. They are fully integrated, having a development team, a construction team, and a property/facilities management team, all in-house! Their core focus is on the residential and commercial office spaces. They own some of the most high-end Class-A office buildings, high-end and market-rate residential buildings, and also work in the affordable housing space. The diverse portfolio means that the business is very resilient and the pipeline of work is always strong. Because of this, their Chicago office is growing their Estimating team!
-Your new role-
As an Estimator with this firm, you will sit within the construction department and will handle projects coming down the pipeline. The current team is a Director and another Estimator, and you will join the team to add your skills to the group! Some upcoming projects include a ground-up residential building, renovation work, and some capex projects. This Estimator will come in and grow with the team, learn the ownership side, and potentially hire their own team in the future! All depends on the skillet you bring to the table.
-What you'll need to succeed-
4+ years' estimating experience with a General Contractor or Construction Management firmExperience in residential or commercial construction project estimationMEP/Infrastructure knowledge/experience is a plusRelevant degree preferred, but not required-What you'll get in return-
Join the ownership/development side of construction & real estateGain knowledge of the full development process vs. just working for a construction companyWork directly for the developer, rather than butting heads with them!Robust benefits packageEligible for yearly bonusStable pipeline of work without the fear of layoffs from lack of work backlog-What you need to do now-
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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