Estimator, Special Projects

Estimator Special Projects

Lets Build

This is anexciting opportunity for an experienced construction estimator who wants toleverage people skills alongside technical acumen advancing a career with agrowing company while playing a key client-facing role in a fast-moving revenuesector. Tarltons Special Projects Group delivers fast efficient andhigh-quality construction solutions to clients across all markets throughmaster service agreements and other strategic client-centric contracting anddelivery methods. From small ongoing maintenance needs to facility upgrades toundefined conceptual and fast-track needs we bring the flexibility andexpertise to plan execute and adapt without disrupting day-to-day learn more visit the Special Projects Group page at .

Why Tarlton

Tarlton is a St. Louis-based general contractor and construction manager specializing in complex technically demanding projects across the Midwest. With deep regional roots and a reputation built on trust teamwork and repeat clients we are known for taking on challenging work and delivering it safely predictably and with pride. We conduct our business with safety quality integrity and enthusiasmand our core values include building a safe and caring environment.

Your Role

Deliver turnkeypreconstruction and estimating services for Tarltons Special Projects alongside our operations teams you will develop budgets and projectstrategies with Owners Architects Engineers and Facility Managers and serveas a primary point of contact for clients pursuing renovations facilityimprovements and small capital projects.

What Youll Do

Client Relationships & Business Development

• Serve as a primary point of contact for existing and prospective clients pursuing special projects renovations facility improvements and small capital projects.
• Build and maintain trusted client relationships through regular communication site visits and proactive identification of future opportunities.
• Conduct regular outreach to existing clients to identify upcoming project opportunities and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Partner with Operations and Business Development teams to develop strategies for securing new and repeat business opportunities.
• Actively contribute to the development and maintenance of a pipeline of active and prospective special project opportunities.
• Collaborate with Business Development and Operations personnel on client capture plans and pursuit strategies.
• Assist with lead generation efforts through networking industry associations client events and market engagement activities.
• Participate in proposal preparation qualifications packages presentations and project interviews.
  Assist in development of marketing materials and project case studies supporting business growth initiatives.
  

Estimating & Preconstruction

• Provide conceptual negotiated design-build and hard-bid estimating services.
  Lead estimating efforts for renovation tenant improvement facility maintenance infrastructure upgrades andfast-track special projects.
• Develop conceptual budgets and pricing for projects with limited design information and compressed timelines.
• Work closely with Owners Architects Engineers Facility Managers and Operations teams to develop budgets and project strategies.
• Perform site investigations and existing-condition assessments to support budgeting and scope development.
• Prepare complete detailed takeoffs pricing budget presentations scope summaries and value engineering recommendations.
• Review plans specifications site conditions and project risks to develop accurate budgets and mitigation strategies.
• Support growth of the Special Projects portfolio by identifying client needs and developing tailored preconstruction solutions.
  

Collaboration & Market Intelligence

• Interface directly with customers and design professionals.
• Coordinate with project management teams regarding general conditions sequencing duration market feedback and constructability.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier solicitation scope reviews and market feedback.
• Maintain estimating databases tools labor rates material costs and market intelligence.
• Provide estimate-specific collaboration with and coordination of other estimating and operations personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience

• Minimum 3 years (5 preferred) of estimating/preconstruction experience.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Experience supporting negotiated work procurement and business development efforts.
• Strong presentation communication and customer service skills.
• Experience in renovation occupied facility and special projects construction preferred.
• Ability to independently manage multiple small and mid-sized opportunities simultaneously.
• Ability to develop conceptual estimates with limited or no plans or design documentation.
• Design-Build estimating experience favorable.

Education & Certifications

Engineering Architecture Construction Management or related degree preferred.

Tools & Software

• Digital takeoff and estimating software (On-Screen Takeoff Bluebeam Revu or comparable) at an advanced level.
• Microsoft Excel at an advanced level for cost modeling budget development and bid analysis; Word and Outlook at a proficient level.
• Construction project management and document control platforms (Procore Autodesk Build or comparable) at a working level.

Where Youll Work

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment where the noise level is usually quiet.
• If required the employee may work from a jobsite trailer on occasion or owner-designated office location. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to heavy equipment jack hammers pneumatic tools etc. These sounds can be non-stop throughout the day.

Physical Requirements

• Limited exposure to physical risk.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to sit talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands; reach; and stoop or kneel.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional local or regional travel required for business or community events.
• Regular travel to client facilities and project sites within the region for site investigations existing-condition assessments and client meetings.
• Travel required based on project assignment; projects are primarilywithin the region with flexibility needed to support work outside the localmarket as the company expands.

Tarlton Competencies

• Leadership & Team Development: Provides clear direction sets expectations holds others accountable and develops team members through coaching and support
• Stand Behind Our Word and Work: Follows through on commitments takes ownership of results and ensures work meets high standards of quality and professionalism
• Cultivate Clients for Life: Builds trust-based relationships through responsiveness clear communication and understanding of client needs
• Build a Safe and Caring Environment: Promotes a safety-first culture proactively manages risks and looks out for others
• Gets the Job Done: Takes ownership removes obstacles prioritizes effectively and drives work forward to achieve results
• Communication and Collaboration: Communicates clearly and works effectively across teams to build trust and alignment
• Develops and Adapts: Seeks feedback learns from experience and adjusts to changing conditions and project needs

Why Youll Like Working Here

• Complex high-impact projects with experienced teams
• Strong partnership between field and project management
• Safety-first culture and high standards of quality
• Competitive compensation comprehensive benefits and long-term career growth
• A company proud to be STLMade and invested in the region

Lets Build Together
If youre interested in working on challenging projects witha collaborative experienced team we encourage you to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tarlton is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based onrace color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity nationalorigin age disability veteran status or any other protected status underapplicable law.If you requireassistance completing this application or need a reasonable accommodationplease contact or 314.633.3300 for support.