Project Estimator, Project Manager, Sales

The Project Estimator plays a critical role in accurately forecasting costs and resources for large-scale construction projects. Functioning as the sole estimator, this position involves detailed bid preparation, quantity takeoffs, risk assessments, and reporting to ensure project feasibility and profitability. The Project Estimator reports directly to the Operations Director and occasionally visits sites to gather essential data and validate estimates.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate cost estimation for large single projects
• Prepare detailed bid packages for client submissions
• Conduct quantity takeoffs based on project blueprints and specifications
• Assess project risks and potential cost impacts
• Analyze data to support estimation accuracy and decision making
• Generate comprehensive reports to communicate findings and recommendations
• Maintain regular client communication to clarify requirements and provide updates
• Occasionally visit project sites to validate and refine estimates

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction estimating
• Strong skills in cost estimation and blueprint reading
• Solid understanding of construction materials and methods
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
• Excellent analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Effective communication skills for client and team interactions
• Knowledge of structured cabling
• Use of Blue Beam, Excel, Word and CAD

Aspen Technologies is one of the country’s premier providers of one source, total solution technology. Dedication to taking care of our hundreds of small business customers, with the same attention to detail and customer service as we provide to our Fortune 500 clients, has earned Aspen Technologies an outstanding reputation both in the industry and community as a whole.