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.