Stratus is a national leader in retail construction management headquartered in providing curb-to-curb, wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling construction services. We are currently seeking to add an experienced Construction Estimator to our team of professionals! 

Job Summary: The Construction Estimator accurately estimates projects by gathering qualified bids, reviewing blueprints, specifications, and related documents, and creating a market competitive cost position.

Our Exceptional Benefits Plan includes:

• Supportive & Friendly Culture
• Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Contribution
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
• Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program (Non-Union employees), Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors 
• Per diems available when traveling

Stratus is one of the nation’s largest brand implementation companies. We are made up of 1,100+ employees nationwide who roll up their sleeves, dive into the details and bring our clients’ brands to life! We deliver versatile solutions for some of the nation’s largest and most recognized brands. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

• Analyze drawings, specifications, supplier quotations, engineering standards, and other information to provide material take-offs and accurate, market competitive cost estimates.　
• Work in Microsoft Office, BuildingConnected, Bluebeam, RS Means, and Contractor Blue Book programs
• Create and compile detailed, accurate cost estimates
• Obtain, organize, and analyze multiple subcontractor quotes across varying trades by specifying materials, identifying qualified subcontractors, and negotiating price nationally.
• Collaborate with Operations on operational strategy and ensure alignment with cost position
• Ability to scope and estimate small and large-scale one-off projects and programs.
• Plot and route programs in mapping software systems such as Route4Me, etc.
• Consult with project managers, vendors, and other departmental personnel to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Meet with clients and communicate in a professional and knowledgeable manner
• Host job walks and attend site visits.
• Support continued development of subcontractor data base.

Skills

• Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills
• Expert knowledge and ability to work with Microsoft Excel

• Driven, dependable, self-managed individual with focused attention to detail

Education, experience, certifications

• Degree in construction related field a plus
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a commercial construction estimator
• Retail/Restaurant TI experience preferred
• Programmatic rollout experience preferred
• Merchandising & fixture experience preferred
• Knowledge & understanding of the RFP Bid process
• Knowledge & understanding of the CSI divisions
• Existing vendor & subcontractor relationships a plus

EEO/MFDV