Hotel Rehabs is a boutique general contractor transforming iconic hospitality brands. They are seeking a Project Estimator who will lead opportunities from first introduction to project handoff, preparing successful estimates and building relationships that drive growth.
Responsibilities
- Develop detailed and competitive estimates ranging from $100K to $5M+ in scope
- Perform digital takeoffs, analyze drawings, and clarify scopes with vendors and subcontractors
- Identify cost efficiencies, risks, and solutions early in the process
- Manage budgets, proposals, and buyout phases to maintain profitability and accuracy
- Serve as a trusted partner to clients through the estimating and pre-construction phases
- Collaborate directly with ownership groups to align budgets, timelines, and scope
- Support sales efforts by presenting estimates, leading pre-construction meetings, and ensuring client satisfaction
- Represent Hotel Rehabs at meetings, site visits, and project kickoffs—helping secure new and repeat business
- Partner closely with internal Design, internal Purchasing, and Construction teams
- Contribute to improving internal estimating tools, cost databases, and team best practices
Skills
- 1–6 years of experience in estimating, pre-construction, or related construction roles (GC or subcontractor preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Finance, or Business, or equivalent experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and familiarity with estimating/project management software
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work cross-functionally
- Willingness to travel up to 10% - 15% for site visits and client meetings
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Life/disability insurance
- FSA/HSA options
- TSA Pre✓ reimbursement
Company Overview
Hotel Rehabs is a boutique hotel renovation and construction firm. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is http://hotelrehabs.com/.
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