Construction Estimator

Scott’s Fencing; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Scott’s Fencing Co., Inc. in Albuquerque is seeking a Construction Estimator to develop accurate project estimates, review plans and specifications, and move awarded projects from the estimating stage through completion.

The ideal candidate understands construction estimating, pays close attention to detail, and can manage multiple projects at once, working with customers, vendors, and our field and production teams to ensure proper pricing and successful execution.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction estimating or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Experience performing material takeoffs.
• Strong Excel skills for pricing and estimating.

Responsibilities

• Review construction plans, blueprints, specifications, and project documents.
• Complete material and labor takeoffs and identify the requirements of each project.
• Prepare detailed estimates and competitive bids using Excel-based pricing tools.
• Review project costs and pricing to help maintain appropriate margins.
• Communicate with customers to clarify project requirements and develop an appropriate scope of work.
• Coordinate with field and production leadership once a project is awarded.
• Help establish project schedules and monitor progress through completion.
• Review changes in scope and assist with change order pricing and documentation.
• Track project costs, invoicing, and outstanding payments through final closeout.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, takeoffs, pricing, and completed projects.
• Manage multiple estimates and active projects while maintaining accurate follow-through.

Skills

Construction estimating

Plan reading

Excel / spreadsheet estimating

Communication with customers

Organizational skills

Time management

Driver's license

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

CAD

Estimating software

Job description

Scott’s Fencing Co., Inc. is seeking a Construction Estimator to join our Albuquerque team. This position is responsible for developing accurate project estimates, reviewing plans and specifications, and helping move awarded projects from the estimating stage through completion.

The ideal candidate understands construction estimating, pays close attention to detail, and can take ownership of multiple projects at once. You will work with customers, vendors, and our field and production teams to make sure projects are properly priced, clearly communicated, and successfully executed.

What You’ll Do

• Review construction plans, blueprints, specifications, and project documents
• Complete material and labor takeoffs and identify the requirements of each project
• Prepare detailed estimates and competitive bids using Excel-based pricing tools
• Review project costs and pricing to help maintain appropriate margins
• Communicate with customers to clarify project requirements and develop an appropriate scope of work
• Coordinate with field and production leadership once a project is awarded
• Help establish project schedules and monitor progress through completion
• Prepare project information and turnover materials for the field team
• Review changes in scope and assist with change order pricing and documentation
• Track project costs, invoicing, and outstanding payments through final closeout
• Maintain organized records of estimates, takeoffs, pricing, and completed projects
• Manage multiple estimates and active projects while maintaining accurate follow-through

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in construction estimating or a closely related field
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications
• Experience performing material takeoffs
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet-based estimating
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Professional communication skills and confidence working directly with customers
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and multiple active projects
• Strong follow-through and willingness to take ownership of assigned work
• Ability to identify potential problems and address them before they become larger project issues
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Experience

• Commercial construction estimating
• Fencing, gates, site work, or another construction trade
• Construction project management
• Bluebeam, CAD, or other estimating/takeoff software
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, vendors, or field crews

Compensation & Benefits

• $70,000–$90,000 annual salary, depending on experience
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

About Scott’s Fencing Co., Inc.

Scott’s Fencing Co., Inc. is a commercial fencing contractor serving Albuquerque and surrounding areas. Our work includes commercial and larger-scale fencing projects where careful estimating, dependable project coordination, and quality field execution are essential. We value integrity, teamwork, accountability, and excellence, and we give people who demonstrate ownership the opportunity to take on greater responsibility.