Estimator
About this role
Since its incorporation in 2003, Cooper Tacia General Contracting has evolved from residential construction and renovation in Sanford, NC to large-scale manufacturing, office buildings, government and education facilities, restaurant and retail spaces, apartment complexes and airport construction throughout the southeastern United States. What has remained constant is our goal of becoming one of the most sought after, creative and dynamic project management and general contracting companies in the southeast. Cooper Tacia is committed to working toward its mission while keeping its operating principles top of mind.
We are currently seeking an Estimator to become an integral part of our innovative preconstruction team. This role is responsible for serving as the architect of accurate and competitive project cost estimates that lay the foundation for our success.
Responsibilities:
- Develop detailed cost estimates by analyzing drawings and specifications.
- Perform quantity take-offs and prepare comprehensive cost estimates.
- Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure accurate pricing.
- Engage with clients to clarify scope changes and address questions during the bidding process.
- Provide vital cost information and estimates for project adjustments throughout different phases. Acts as a resource to project management during the award / start-up phase to clarify any issues regarding what was considered in the estimate including materials and methods of construction.
- Reviews budget and project profitability status and goals with supervision and project team as required.
- Seeks input on corrective measures to continuously improve the identification and accuracy of cost figures.
- Occasionally traveling for Prebid and bid drop-offs
- Conducting searches for perspective bid opportunities
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering or related field required, coupled with 1-3+ years of commercial preconstruction estimating experience.
- Strong problem-solving abilities with a solution-oriented approach and excellent communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and experienced with industry-standard estimating software (e.g., Heavy Bid, Sage, OST, Procore, Blue Beam).
- Demonstrated skills in reading and interpreting bid documents and drawings, with a keen attention to detail.
Employment Type: Full-time
Benefits
- 100% Employer Paid Health, Vision & Dental Insurance for employee
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- 401K W/ 4% Match
- Company vehicle with fuel card (add only when needed)
We are an equal opportunity and drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening required.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Company at a glance
Our company started as a partnership between two high school students, John Cooper and Chris Tacia, in 1996. The two began a business splitting firewood and selling it by the truckload to local folks around Sanford, NC. Proceeds from selling firewood became the seed money for a small development in western Harnett County, NC.
Proceeds raised funded a modest development in nearby Harnett County and led to the creation of Southeastern Properties & Development Company, their first step into residential development and home construction.
In 2008, the Great Recession brought a pivotal shift. John transitioned into commercial construction, focusing on hospitality and restaurant spaces in Raleigh. He helped shape the city’s culinary scene by building some of its most celebrated restaurants, including Happy + Hale, Bida Manda, Gallo Pelon, Brewery Bhavana, Whiskey Kitchen, Crawford & Sons, and Jolie.
The company later expanded into industrial construction, taking on large-scale projects such as biofuel plants for Enviva Biomass, a lumber mill for Southeastern Timber Products, and a zinc refinery for American Zinc Recycling. With a growing team and deeper expertise, the firm broadened its portfolio to include K-12 schools, higher education campuses, research and training facilities, community centers, government buildings, aviation hangars, and retail spaces.
In 2020, the company rebranded as Cooper Tacia General Contracting, a name that reflects its growth across industry sectors and its expanding national reach. In 2024, we opened a second office in downtown Atlanta to support our growing footprint throughout the Southeast.
Today, Cooper Tacia is a full-service commercial and industrial general contracting firm. We are experienced in multiple delivery methods including Construction Manager at Risk, Design-Build, General Contracting, and Virtual Design and Construction. We remain committed to building with purpose, partnership, and integrity.
Top Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401k With 4% Match
- Company Vehicle With Fuel Card
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