Commercial Construction Estimator: Fast-Paced Preconstruction

Actalent; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Commercial Construction Project Estimator to transform complex plans into winning bids on site in Sioux Falls, SD. You will support preconstruction by producing accurate estimates, taking detailed quantity takeoffs, and evaluating subcontractor quotes to ensure competitive coverage.

Join a fast-moving team that values collaboration and practical problem-solving, with opportunities to influence pricing strategies and project outcomes in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating commercial construction projects from concept through bid submission.
• Strong knowledge of quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, bid preparation and best practices.
• Proficiency with estimating software and digital construction tools.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs and contract documents.
• Experience soliciting and evaluating subcontractor/vendor proposals.
• Analytical with excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specs and bid docs to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, equipment and subcontracts.
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from subcontractors and vendors.
• Compare and level subcontractor proposals for pricing and scope.
• Prepare organized bid packages supporting profitable pursuits.
• Collaborate with project teams to clarify scope and pricing strategies.
• Assess risks, methods, and market conditions to inform estimates.
• Communicate assumptions and pricing considerations to stakeholders.
• Manage multiple bids and meet deadlines.
• Suggest process improvements for estimating workflows.

Skills

Estimating software

Quantity takeoffs

Cost analysis

Bid preparation

Reading drawings

Subcontractor pricing

Project collaboration

Pricing strategy

Tools

Estimating software

Digital construction tools

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Commercial Construction Project Estimator to transform complex plans into winning bids on site in Sioux Falls, SD. You will support preconstruction by producing accurate estimates, taking detailed quantity takeoffs, and evaluating subcontractor quotes to ensure competitive coverage.

Join a fast-moving team that values collaboration and practical problem-solving, with opportunities to influence pricing strategies and project outcomes in a growing organization.