Commercial Construction Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable general contractor in the Greater Phoenix area is seeking a motivated Ground Up Commercial Estimator. This role involves creating project bids for commercial projects and offers significant career growth opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and experience in estimating and project management within commercial construction.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Company truck or allowance

Bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of estimating/project management experience in commercial construction.

Responsibilities

• Create data-driven conceptual preliminary project budgets.
• Execute the bid invitation process.
• Facilitate clear communication and maintain strong client relations.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Technical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Procore

MS Excel

Job description

Commercial Construction Estimator

Location: Greater Phoenix area

Salary Range:

$75,000 - 115,000 (plus benefits)

Company Overview

TLW Construction, a reputable commercial general contractor established in 1983, is seeking a motivated and professional Ground Up Commercial Estimator to work with the VP of Preconstruction. The role involves assembling and organizing complete project bids for ground-up commercial projects ranging from $2 million to $20 million. We offer an outstanding work environment and opportunities for significant career growth.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Create data-driven conceptual preliminary project budgets
2. Write subcontractor scopes and assist project managers through buyout
3. Execute the bid invitation process
4. Assist in subcontractor prequalification
5. Create conceptual and bid-phase project schedules
6. Facilitate clear communication and maintain strong client relations
7. Qualify subcontractor bid-phase RFIs and manage document control with the design team
8. Establish detailed, complete, and competitive project proposals and bid clarifications

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or Business
2. Proficient in MS Office suite
3. Experience with scheduling software (MS Project or similar)
4. High-level plan reading comprehension for civil, architectural, structural, and MEP design
5. Strong technical and communication skills
6. Ability to analyze complex project cost models
7. High proficiency in MS Excel
8. Experience with web-based project management tools (Procore experience is a plus)
9. Self-driven, organized, and an effective negotiator
10. Minimum of 3 years of estimating/project management experience in commercial construction

Benefits:

• Competitive salary ($75,000 – $115,000)
• Health, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) with employer match
• Bonus opportunities
• Company truck or allowance plus company credit card for expenses

About TLW Construction

TLW Construction has been building quality commercial projects in the Southwest for over 40 years. Known for honesty, integrity, and quality work, TLW has proven its resilience through economic downturns, establishing itself as a reliable general contractor.