Estimator & Project Coordinator

Robert Half • Minneapolis, MN • 1h ago

Description

We are seeking an experienced Material Estimator-Project Coordinator to manage commercial construction projects from bid through completion. This position will be responsible for developing pricing strategy, leveraging market intelligence, and managing long-term project pipelines. Unlike traditional quoting roles, this position requires the ability to evaluate market conditions, manufacturer relationships, competitive intelligence, historical bid performance, and project-specific factors to develop winning pricing strategies.

We're ideally seeking experience reviewing construction documents and preparing accurate bids, but most importantly, experience managing projects with timelines extending 1-3 years into the future. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining strategic estimating, relationship management, and project coordination while serving as a trusted partner to contractors, architects, manufacturers, and project stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates, proposals, and bid submissions and track project opportunities from bid stage through award and execution.

Review architectural drawings, specifications, and bid invitations to develop comprehensive project estimates.

Analyze project requirements and determine competitive pricing strategies based on market conditions, manufacturer relationships, historical bid performance, and product knowledge.

Identify pricing risks, escalation considerations, and opportunities to improve competitiveness and profitability.

Collaborate directly with manufacturers to secure project pricing, understand future pricing trends, and evaluate cost-effective product solutions.

Monitor project margins, estimating performance, and bid outcomes to continuously improve future pricing strategies.

Coordinate awarded projects, including material procurement, submittals, project documentation, scheduling, and customer communication.

Serve as a primary point of contact for customers, contractors, architects, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication, problem-solving, and exceptional service.

Requirements

5+ years of estimating and/or project coordination experience within construction, building materials, distribution or related industries.

Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Microsoft Office, or similar estimating and project management tools.

Experience evaluating long-term pricing considerations and material cost escalations, independently developing estimating and pricing strategies based on these factors.

Demonstrated ability to develop bid strategies using market intelligence and competitive analysis.

Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, takeoffs, and project documentation.

Experience managing projects with extended timelines and navigating material pricing fluctuations.

Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and customer satisfaction.

Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Compensation & Benefits

The targeted base salary for this position is $73-82K, eligible for competitive commission structure

401(k), Safe Harbor Contribution and Profit-Sharing Contribution

Full benefits package, including Medical, Dental and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Voluntary benefits including Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Term Life, Critical Illness and Accident

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off + Paid holidays

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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