Estimator - Masonry Restoration

Company: The Witmer Group Location: Lancaster, PA Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday Classification: Exempt Reports to: Vice President of Masonry Restoration The Witmer Group is seeking a high-performance Estimator to support continued growth in masonry restoration and concrete repair. This role is designed for a disciplined, results-driven professional who understands that estimating is not just pricing work - it requires strong technical knowledge combined with client-facing professionalism and a proactive business development mindset. What Success Looks Like: - Produces accurate, well-scoped estimates that inform the customer of our intended work and minimize post-award surprises. - Demonstrates disciplined take-off and cost development processes. - Identifies risk exposures in contract documents and communicates them clearly. - Maintains a structured bid follow-up process to improve close rate. - Actively builds and maintains relationships with owners, GCs, engineers, and referral partners. - Contributes to improved company-wide win rates through thoughtful pursuit strategy. Core Responsibilities - Develop detailed masonry restoration estimates from site visits or plans and specifications. - Perform quantity take-offs and solicit competitive subcontractor and supplier pricing. - Review bid documents for scope gaps, risk allocation, bonding, and insurance requirements. - Prepare conceptual budgets and change order pricing as needed. - Collaborate with operations to validate production assumptions and labor strategies. - Participate in pre-bid meetings and job walks. - Maintain organized estimating files and historical cost data. - Support transition to project management with complete and organized turnover documentation. - Proactively follow up on bids and pursue awarded opportunities. Qualifications Education - High School Diploma or equivalent required. - Post-secondary education is helpful, including trade school, technical institute, or college coursework related to construction, engineering, architecture, or building science. - Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred but not required. Industry & Technical Experience - Experience in masonry or masonry restoration is valuable but not required – candidates with experience as a structural engineer, façade inspector, or related building envelope professionals are encouraged to apply. - Prior estimating experience preferred but not required for candidates with strong technical field knowledge. - Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents with strong attention to scope clarity and risk identification. - Experience with drone-based documentation or inspection is a plus. FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification (or willingness to obtain) is desirable. Professional Competencies - Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients and internal teams. - Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). - Physically able to access job sites and perform field walks. - Valid driver’s license. About The Witmer Group The Witmer Group is a leading specialty contractor focused on masonry restoration, waterproofing, and exterior building envelope solutions. We prioritize disciplined operations, strong financial controls, and long-term client relationships. Our culture is performance-driven and objective-based — we value ownership mindset, accountability, and continuous improvement. Why Join The Witmer Group - Performance-based compensation tied to results. - Clear opportunity for professional growth. - Stable, established specialty contractor with strong market presence. - Team-oriented environment with high expectations and strong support systems.