Assistant Estimator

First Finish, a premier full-service hotel renovation contractor is now part of the Shawmut family!   As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to our people, client service, execution, and safety.   Here’s a glimpse into what we are offering:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - be an employee owner!
• 401K with Match - receive company match up to 4% of your eligible pay.
• Paid time off 
• The Extras: cell phone, laptop, pet insurance, financial planning services and many more.

We are looking for an Assistant Estimator to support our Estimating team. Do you enjoy working on high profile projects in a team environment?  Is your accurate estimates and positive partnerships your work passion? Do you take pride in project execution?  

Our Assistant Estimators are responsible for multiple processes related to project estimating. In this role, you will assist on larger projects or be the estimator on smaller projects.

• Initiates and schedules pre-construction kick-off meeting
• Identifies areas of risk and profitability to focus project team decision making
• Drawing/document review and develop bid list and invitation to bid process.
• Work collaboratively with outside parties (I.e. the design team, etc.) to accomplish client goals
• Building and maintaining positive subcontractor relationships and developing critical relationships within Shawmut.

• 2-3+ years of experience in construction estimating or a related field
• Experience with Bluebeam, On-screen Takeoff, Timberline or other estimating software a plus 
• Experience with out of the ground, renovation, retail and high end boutiques, hotels, restaurants, luxury homes, and high end corporate tenant interiors a plus
• Experience with projects of various size and scope

First Finish prohibits discrimination against any staff member or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, disability, creed, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic

Columbia MD Base Salary Range: $55,000 – $75,000 The range stated is specific to Columbia, MD.  Placement within the listed range depends on many factors including, but not limited to years of experience, project size capability (for Construction & Field roles) and internal company equity.