Commercial Construction Estimator

Baker Construction & Development, Inc.; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Profit sharing opportunities

Performance-based bonus system

Job summary

Baker Construction & Development, Inc. in Spokane, WA is seeking a Commercial Construction Estimator to lead preconstruction and pricing efforts for diverse projects.

You will develop estimates, solicit bids, and coordinate with subcontractors to ensure competitive proposals. The role requires 3–5 years in commercial construction estimating or related fields, strong plan reading, and proficiency with Procore and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of proven experience in commercial construction estimating, preconstruction, project engineering, or project management.
• Experience pricing ground-up and tenant improvement projects across healthcare, financial, retail, dental, hospitality, industrial, education, and multi-family sectors.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, scopes of work, and technical documents.
• Proficiency in estimating and bid management software.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead successful preconstruction and estimating efforts for multiple commercial projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from plans and specs for all scopes.
• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development, negotiated, and hard bid estimates.
• Solicit bids from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Develop and manage bid lists for complete market coverage.
• Review subcontractor proposals for scope gaps and competitiveness.
• Prepare estimate summaries, bid tabs, and pricing comparisons.
• Assist with value engineering and cost-saving alternatives.
• Coordinate project handoff to operations after award.
• Build relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and industry partners.
• Participate in preconstruction meetings and client presentations.

Skills

Commercial construction estimating

Communication

Read plans/specs

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Engineering degree a plus

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Excel

Sage 300 / Acumatica

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Construction Estimator

Job Salary: $80,000 - $110,000 DOE

Location: Spokane, WA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Lead with Purpose. Build with Pride. Thrive at Baker Construction

At Baker Construction & Development, we've been creating environments for our clients' success since 1951. As a locally owned, values-driven leader in commercial construction, we're proud to offer a world-class culture that prioritizes relationships, personal growth, and work/life balance. Our team is our greatest asset, and we invest in people for the long run.

We're currently looking for an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to join our team in Spokane, WA! This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment and is passionate about delivering excellence in construction.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of proven experience in commercial construction estimating, preconstruction, project engineering, or project management, with experience pricing ground-up and tenant improvement projects in sectors such as healthcare, financial, retail, dental, hospitality, industrial, education, and/or multi-family.

Why Join The Baker Team

• Named Best Construction Company to work for by the Journal of Business based on employee satisfaction.
• Associated Builders and Contractors National Top Performer 2025 (Quality and Safety).
• Spokane Valley Chamber - Commerce Business of the Year
• Best Commercial Construction Company - Coeur d'Alene B2B Awards - 8 years running!

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Profit sharing opportunities
• Performance-based bonus system

What You’ll Be Doing

You will be responsible for supporting and leading the successful preconstruction and estimating efforts for multiple commercial construction projects, ensuring complete, accurate, and competitive pricing while helping position Baker Construction for continued growth and success.

This Includes

• Performing quantity takeoffs from plans and specifications for all project scopes.
• Preparing conceptual, schematic, design development, negotiated, and hard bid estimates.
• Soliciting bids from subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Developing and managing bid lists to ensure complete market coverage.
• Reviewing, leveling, and analyzing subcontractor proposals for scope gaps, exclusions, and competitiveness.
• Preparing estimate summaries, bid tabs, and pricing comparisons.
• Assisting with value engineering and cost-saving alternatives.
• Managing bid documents, addenda, specifications, and drawing revisions.
• Creating and tracking RFIs during the bidding process.
• Supporting negotiated project budgeting, GMP development, and conceptual pricing.
• Coordinating project handoff to operations teams upon award.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and industry partners.
• Participating in preconstruction meetings, client presentations, and internal planning sessions.
• Contributing to our collaborative culture by participating in team initiatives, mentorship opportunities, and company growth efforts.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven success as an Estimator, Project Engineer, Project Manager, or similar role with a commercial general contractor.
• A strong cultural fit who embraces teamwork, builds trust, engages in healthy conflict, and is committed to collective success.
• Experience estimating a range of project types including healthcare, financial, retail, dental, hospitality, industrial, aerospace, government, education, and multi-family.
• Strong understanding of construction methods such as wood frame, steel, masonry, tilt-wall, post-tension, pre-engineered metal buildings, and tenant improvement systems.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, scopes of work, and technical documents.
• Experience with development of project schedules.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Project, and Excel, OST, and estimating platforms. Experience with Sage 300 or Acumatica is a plus.
• Self-starter with exceptional communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field is a plus.
• LEED and Green Construction knowledge is also a plus.

Workplace Setting

At Baker Construction, this role functions in a dual environment, split between a professional corporate office and active construction project sites. In the office, you will frequently utilize standard business technology, including computers, telecommunications, and document management systems.

When visiting or working on-site, you may be exposed to more rugged conditions, including:

• Industrial Elements: Work near moving mechanical equipment, vibrations, and occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• External Conditions: Tasks may be performed outdoors in varying weather conditions, from high heat to cold elements.
• Acoustics: Noise levels at project sites can be significant, ranging from moderate to loud.

Physical Requirements

• Movement: Frequent sitting, standing, and walking across both level and uneven surfaces. You may occasionally be required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crawl to inspect work or navigate a site.
• Coordination: Regular use of hands and arms to operate computers, handle documents, and reach for equipment.
• Strength: The ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently, with the occasional need to lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Sensory Perception: Clear verbal communication and the ability to hear instructions are vital. Specific vision requirements include sharp close and distance vision, depth perception, color distinction, and the ability to adjust focus quickly between different tasks.

Baker Construction is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with federal and Washington state laws, we provide reasonable accommodation to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, provided such accommodation does not cause undue hardship to the company.