Cost Estimator

Rise Modular • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

Rise Modular is seeking an experienced Cost Estimator to own site-built and GC cost intelligence across target markets. This role is critical to ensuring Rise’s value proposition is credible, defensible, and grounded in real construction economics. This is not a deal-by-deal estimating role . It is a strategic cost intelligence and enablement role supporting BD strategy, pricing discipline, and market selection. Above all else, our team members should have a positive attitude and be flexible as to job responsibilities. We have a collaborative, team focused, and fast-paced environment and welcome team members who are interested in working for a progressive and innovative organization. For additional information about Rise Modular, please visit our website at www.risemodular.com We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Rise Modular is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. Rise does not sponsor individuals for employment in the United States.

Requirements

• 5–10 years experience in estimating or pre-construction
• Experience pricing real projects, not just conceptual models
• Strong understanding of site work, GC scope, and risk allocation

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Background at a mid-size general contractor
• Experience with multifamily, hospitality, or mixed-use projects
• Exposure to modular or off-site construction (not required)

Responsibilities

• Site-Built Cost Research
• Research and model traditional construction costs by: Product type Building typology Geography
• Develop cost benchmarks for key segments and markets
• Scope Disaggregation & Analysis
• Break down site and GC scopes into clear, comparable components
• Identify areas where modular delivery creates cost, schedule, or risk advantages
• Support value engineering of site-built scope
• Cost Libraries & History
• Maintain cost history database
• Develop standardized assumptions for BD and white paper use
• Validate assumptions with GC partners
• Ecosystem Development
• Build relationships with mid-size GCs in target markets
• Use partner insight to validate pricing and execution assumptions
• Inform preferred GC strategy
• BD & Strategy Support
• Support creation of cost comparison tools and market white papers
• Inform pricing strategy and margin discipline
• Provide cost insight to BD leadership — not bespoke deal pricing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed