Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high‑impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and virtual intelligence—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.
Procon now seeks a Construction Estimator for a long term opportunity in the Chicago, IL area. This candidate should have 10+ years of experience specializing in a wide range of projects including, but not limited to, office, k-12, Colleges, Airports, Land Port of Entry, Courthouses, Laboratories, commercial fit-outs, hotels, hospitals mixed-use facilities. P6 experience. This role requires various skills and experience as listed below.
RequirementsQualifications & Skills
- Able to estimate in various formats (UNIFORMAT) and divisions (CSI).
- An understanding of how to use different cost databases such as RS Means.
- ASPE or AACEI Certification preferred.
- Able to pass a HSPD-12 background check.
- Computer Programs:
- On-screen take-off (OST) required.
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) required.
- MII (MCACES) preferred.
- SUCCESS Estimator preferred.
- GSA Cost Estimating Workbook preferred.
- Perform change order estimates.
- Prepare market research studies for cost estimating.
- Develop a basis of scope for bidding and estimating purposes.
- Prepare and provide estimating services which include conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction level estimates.
- Prepare Rough Order of Magnitudes (ROMs) for construction projects, AE studies, or maintenance work during the planning phase.
- Track and compare planned vs. actual time and cost results and make recommendations to correct either positive or negative variances.
- Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
- Develop RFIs and clarifications to ensure adequate subcontractor coverage.
Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience.
Interested and qualified candidates please submit a cover letter and a resume.
Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full
medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan. Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.
Top Skills
What We Do
Procon is a small business with big experience. Since 2000 it has provided program and project management for some of the largest and most complex construction and real estate projects in the national capital region and nationwide. Procon's expertise is focused on four related business lines:
DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Procon provides comprehensive construction management services that projects from vision to completion while minimizing headaches and maximizing value. Procon acts as the owner’s representative and takes care of all the day-to-day details to make sure projects stay on schedule, within budget, and meet our customers' requirements.
SPACE MANAGEMENT & PLANNING
Procon provides full service space management and planning, as well as interior design, and relocation management.
REAL ESTATE PORTFOLIO SERVICES
From big picture strategic planning and management to targeted support, Procon’s real estate team has the experience and expertise to handle a broad spectrum of real estate activities covering the entire range of commercial and institutional assets.
BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Procon offers both traditional management consulting expertise and embedded program and project support to help clients manage, review, improve, and implement programs, projects, and work processes.
