Commercial Construction Estimator

HC Company, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (retirement-based)

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

HC Company, a commercial general contractor, is seeking an experienced Estimator in Eagle, Idaho. You will develop accurate and competitive estimates for projects from conceptual budgeting through final bid and turnover, collaborating with clients, design professionals, and trade partners across medical, veterinary, education, industrial, retail, and other markets.

You’ll prepare estimates at multiple design stages, perform takeoffs, and manage turnover to Project Managers and Superintendents

Qualifications

• Three to five or more years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Commercial general contractor experience preferred.
• Experience with conceptual estimating, quantity takeoffs, scope development, bid leveling, and value analysis.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction means, methods, building systems, scheduling, and constructability.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and other project documents.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and construction estimating or project-management software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, design development, construction document, and final bid estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed scopes of work and bid packages.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals for scope coverage, qualifications, and pricing.
• Review project documents to identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, cost exposure, and other risks.
• Participate in preconstruction meetings and develop value-analysis recommendations that support the client’s budget and project goals.
• Manage multiple estimates and coordinate successful turnover to Project Managers and Superintendents following project award.
• Maintain current knowledge of labor costs, material pricing, market conditions, and subcontractor availability.

Skills

Commercial estimating experience

GC experience

Conceptual estimating

Quantity takeoffs

Scope development

Bid leveling

Value analysis

Means & methods

Building systems

Scheduling

Constructability

Drawings interpretation

Analytical skills

Communication

Organization

Relationship building

MS Office

Bluebeam

Estimating software

PM software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Bluebeam

Construction estimating software

Project-management software

Job description

Location: Eagle, Idaho

Salary: $90,000-$110,000, depending on experience

HC Company is seeking an experienced Estimator to develop accurate and competitive estimates for commercial construction projects from conceptual budgeting through final bid and project turnover.

Location: Eagle, Idaho

Salary: $90,000-$110,000, depending on experience

HC Company is seeking an experienced Estimator to develop accurate and competitive estimates for commercial construction projects from conceptual budgeting through final bid and project turnover.

This role works closely with clients, design professionals, trade partners, and HC Company project teams across medical, veterinary, education, industrial, retail, and other commercial markets.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare conceptual, design development, construction document, and final bid estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop detailed scopes of work and bid packages.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals for scope coverage, qualifications, and pricing.
• Review project documents to identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, cost exposure, and other risks.
• Participate in preconstruction meetings and develop value-analysis recommendations that support the client’s budget and project goals.
• Manage multiple estimates and coordinate successful turnover to Project Managers and Superintendents following project award.
• Maintain current knowledge of labor costs, material pricing, market conditions, and subcontractor availability.

What You’ll Bring

• Three to five or more years of commercial construction estimating, preconstruction, or related experience.
• Commercial general contractor experience preferred.
• Experience with conceptual estimating, quantity takeoffs, scope development, bid leveling, and value analysis.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction means, methods, building systems, scheduling, and constructability.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and other project documents.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and construction estimating or project-management software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

Why HC Company

HC Company is a 100% employee-owned commercial general contractor committed to building strong relationships and delivering high-quality work.

• competitive compensation
• retirement-based ESOP
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• professional development opportunities

This is primarily an in-office position in Eagle, Idaho, with periodic attendance at project sites, client meetings, and industry events.

If you are an experienced commercial construction Estimator who values accuracy, collaboration, and strong relationships, we would like to hear from you.

HC Company is an equal opportunity employer.