Responsibilities Related is seeking an Estimator to develop construction scopes and budgets for potential, pipeline, and active development projects. This position requires close collaboration with construction, design and development teams and involves overseeing all aspects of estimating, budgeting, and scope creation. The role is critical for ensuring accurate cost forecasts and facilitating seamless project execution. Estimating: Perform take-offs of Contract Documents and develop detailed estimates for projects in Illinois and other regions of the Midwest. Projects include market rate and affordable new construction and affordable renovation. Perform key role in developing and maintaining trade cost data in estimate software. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market pricing, trade availability, and industry best practices. Develop construction budgets and conceptual estimates for current and prospective developments by Related Midwest and LR Contracting. Conduct peer reviews of estimates to ensure accuracy and thoroughness. Support value engineering efforts by identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or project goals. Scope Drafting and Review: Draft and review scopes for all construction trade contracts. Ensure all contract language meets the standards of Related Midwest and LR Contracting, and other interested parties. Coordinate trade scopes to prevent gaps or overlaps in responsibilities. Incorporate all applicable laws, codes, and regulations specific to each trade within the project scope. Demonstrate familiarity with Related’s general means and methods for construction. Qualifications 5+ years of experience as an estimator or in a similar role, with a strong track record in conceptual estimating across all trades (architecture, structure, MEP). Proficient in relevant estimating software. Experience with ProEst and Autodesk Construction Cloud programs is a plus. Proven experience with core & shell construction is essential; interiors experience is a plus. Familiarity with pre-development site observation and cost estimating. Solid understanding of architectural, structural, and MEP systems. Strong background in construction/field experience. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to coordinate multiple trades and understand construction sequencing and methodology. Entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and results-oriented mindset. A degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field is preferred. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines. Related values diversity in backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are deliberate about the team and culture we are building. We aim to ensure competitive total compensation that is commensurate with experience, workplace geography, and market standards. For information about how we use your personal information, including information submitted for career opportunities, please review our Privacy Policy at https://www.related.com/privacy-policy. #TRC #LI-JF1#LI-ONSITE Overview Company Overview Formed in 1972, Related is the most prominent privately-owned real estate firm in the United States. Headquartered in New York City, the company has offices and major developments across the world. Related owns and manages a premier portfolio of assets valued at over $60 billion, including the 28-acre Hudson Yards neighborhood on Manhattan’s West Side. Related believes in investing in its talent and cultivates a positive, team-oriented environment where every voice is valued. Employees are encouraged to boldly take on new challenges, transcend the status quo, and demonstrate strong entrepreneurial spirit. In its relentless commitment to excellence, Related works to foster an innovative approach in its team members so that they can positively impact the communities in which they conduct business. Learn more about Related at www.related.com. Divisional Overview Related Midwest, the Chicago office of Related Companies, is the preeminent developer of mixed-use properties, affordable housing communities, and luxury condominium and rental homes across Chicago. The company commands a portfolio of residential, mixed-use and master-planned properties, including pioneering projects like The 78 where the company is heading a transformational development on 62 acres in the heart of downtown Chicago to create the city’s next great neighborhood. Related Midwest is also the largest developer of affordable housing in the Midwest, with more than 10,000 units, and has never converted an affordable unit to market rate. The firm’s other market-defining projects include ultra-luxury residential tower One Bennett Park, designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects; The Row Fulton Market, the first high-rise in Chicago built by an African American general contractor (BOWA Construction); luxury rental towers 500 N. Lake Shore Drive and OneEleven; Lathrop, an ongoing restoration and redevelopment of the historic Julia C. Lathrop Homes into a mixed-income community; 400 Lake Shore Drive, two residential towers situated where the river meets the lake in Chicago, and Roosevelt Square, an innovative 120-acre multi-phase development on Chicago’s west side. For more than 30 years, Related Midwest has been an industry leader in community commitment and routinely sets the bar for measurable equity, diversity and inclusion standards on all of its projects. The company is deeply committed to improving neighborhoods, creating sustainable opportunities for small businesses and community residents, and building inspirational places and homes for all. Related Midwest’s business model is built on partnership with minority- and women-owned firms as well as mentorship of small minority- and women-owned businesses as they launch and grow. The firm is a founding partner in HIRE360, a first-of-its-kind community partnership designed to expand professional development and employment opportunities in the trades.