Build More with Your Career at ChristmanWith projects throughout the greater Midwest,  is a great place to begin, continue or grow your career. We are searching for the next generation of innovative minds who want to shape the world and live to build. We are looking for Estimator candidates with specialty contractor experience (General Trades) in Central Michigan to join our growing team!What You Will Do:As an Estimator, you will assist throughout the preconstruction process by leading cost-estimating efforts to produce accurate construction cost budgets and estimates. This role will provide input to conceptualize and interpret the scope from incomplete or schematic documents and work closely with other members of the project team. Additionally, your primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:Experience in takeoff and pricing of wood blocking, finish carpentry, doors, frames and hardware, accessories, and millwork/casework installation.Metal stud/drywall and acoustic ceiling takeoff and pricing.Demonstrates conceptual estimating proficiency in the scope review process, subcontractor knowledge, information of On-Screen Takeoff and estimating software platforms, and in interiors estimating.Develops skills in structural and civil estimating at concept and schematic design.Developing knowledge of client relations and estimate presentations.Greater depth of knowledge with regard to technical specifications.Greater depth of knowledge with regard to pricing levels.Meets deadline challenges and has the ability to prioritize multiple assignments simultaneously.Work in conjunction with the bid team to prepare accurate bid proposals.Provide technical assistance to Project Managers in negotiating contracts, change orders, etc. as required.Assure clean handoff of estimate, bidding information, drawings, specifications, etc. to project management team.Perform quantity take-offs.Honor the brand promises of the Project Planning Group at Christman. Foundational to our brand is: providing accurate costing; proactively offering creative solutions for the team; and understanding our client's business to optimize capital investment and to win as a teamWhat You Will Bring to the Team:Required experience, knowledge, and skills for this role include:Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Business, Finance or a related job field.Five (5) years of work experience in estimating or construction project management roles - preference to candidates with experience in specialty construction services.-OR- Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.Additional Eligibility QualificationsThe ability to contribute as a member of a team and help others succeed is very important for success at Christman. Planning successful projects is done best when there is a high-performance project team assisting our clients in making critical design decisions. Attributes include being self-motivated; a problem solver; creative thinking; and having a comfort level of presenting concepts and ideas.Well organized, excellent communication, and negotiation abilities.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices.Must have the conceptual ability to work with minimum information and quickly develop an understanding of the owner and/or architect's requirements.Complete knowledge of the estimating documents and the ability to provide accurate qualitative and quantitative analysis of the documents.Familiarity with construction project management software.Strong computer knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Why Christman?Here at Christman, everyone is an owner. Through our , each employee-