Construction Estimator

Venture General Contracting; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short & long-term disability insurance

401(k) with company match

3 weeks of paid time off

Wellness program including on-site gym

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Construction Estimator to join their team in Seattle. The ideal candidate will develop accurate estimates and have a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering along with strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000.00 to $210,000.00 per year, along with benefits such as disability insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in construction/estimating preferred or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and management practices.
• Ability to interpret construction documents for estimating.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate pre-construction and construction estimates.
• Lead lump sum and GMP project bidding processes.
• Conduct comprehensive quantity take-offs across all disciplines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Estimating software (e.g., Construct Connect, ProEst)

AutoCAD

Revit

Sketch-Up

MS Office Suite

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Compensation

This range is provided by Venture General Contracting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Venture General Contracting is seeking a Construction Estimator to join our team. If you’re driven to create precise, impactful estimates and are excited to work with a team that values collaboration, innovation, and dedication, we’d love to connect with you!

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Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate pre-construction and construction estimates in collaboration with project managers
• Lead lump sum and GMP project bidding processes and resolve technical details in the pre-construction phase
• Build estimates grounded in design, constructability, logistics, and sequencing knowledge
• Cultivate subcontractor relationships for estimating, bidding, and project awards
• Prepare estimate presentations, budget control reports, and documentation for client presentations
• Conduct comprehensive quantity take-offs and maintain quantity controls across all disciplines, including civil, structural, finishes, mechanical, and electrical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering with 5+ years in construction/estimating preferred, or an equivalent blend of education and experience
• Familiarity with estimating software (e.g., Construct Connect, ProEst, On-Screen, Bluebeam or similar), as well as AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch-Up, and proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Strong understanding of construction methods, processes, and management practices
• Ability to interpret construction documents and apply them effectively to estimating
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders, from subcontractors to project teams and company leadership

Benefits

• Short & long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending account & dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 3 weeks of paid time off
• 401(k) with company match, fully vested after two years of employment
• Hired applicant will be eligible to receive annual bonus
• Wellness program, including on-site gym
• Opportunities for professional development