Estimator

Company: Halpin Staffing Services
Location: Racine
Posted on: February 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Summary of responsibilities: • Perform efficient quantity take-offs for all 16 divisions of work, thoroughly review & analyze site information, geographical consideration & labor parameters resulting in awarded contracts. • Work with Project Managers to negotiate work, competitively bid projects and follow up on pending projects with established clients. • Build and maintain positive relationships with: clients, subcontractors, vendors, architects and Horizon personnel. • Analyze projects on a pre-bid basis for strengths, weaknesses (risks), and profitability. • Review bid plans, specifications and ITBs for scopes of work and trade requirements. • Create and submit detailed RFC/RFI to Architect and Owner Project Manager. • Manage Project Coordinators to assure that the proper number of subcontractors are solicited, and bids received. • With assistance from Project Coordinator, obtain pricing from the competitive bid market (trade subcontractors and material suppliers). • Investigate potential problems and additional costs that may not be evident upon first review of the bid plans. To qualify for the position of ESTIMATOR, we desire: • AAS Degree in Drafting or a construction related field is preferred. • Previous construction related experience is preferred. • Prior computer experience with Email, Excel, Word and Microsoft Office Suite • Prior drafting or AutoCad experience is preferred • Previous estimating experience is a plus Company Description As one of the top local staffing agencies in Southeastern Wisconsin and Northeastern Illinois, Halpin Staffing Services helps companies find great people and job seekers find great jobs. Company Description As one of the top local staffing agencies in Southeastern Wisconsin and Northeastern Illinois, Halpin Staffing Services helps companies find great people and job seekers find great jobs.

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