Construction Estimator: Bid & Cost Expert

Diamond West Construction LLC.; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Company vehicle or travel stipend

Job summary

Diamond West Construction, LLC is seeking a skilled Estimator to join our Phoenix team. You will prepare accurate cost estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial projects, reviewing plans, takeoffs, and bids while coordinating with project managers and subs to protect margins.

The ideal candidate has 5-7+ years estimating experience, familiarity with Bluebeam and takeoff software, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field or equivalent hands-on construction experience.
• Typically 5-7+ years of estimating experience in commercial or general construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Working knowledge of construction means, methods, materials, and sequencing.
• Proficiency with estimating software (Bluebeam, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff/DESTINI, HCSS HeavyBid) and strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, drawings, and specifications to confirm complete scope and identify gaps or conflicts.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, and equipment across the trades.
• Solicit, coordinate, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids to meet scope, specs, and budget.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site visits to understand site conditions and risk factors.
• Develop estimates as projects progress through phases (conceptual to hard-bid/GMP).
• Analyze quotes, level bids for apples-to-apples comparison, and make award recommendations.

Skills

Plan reading

Quantity takeoffs

Bids coordination

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

On-Screen Takeoff/DESTINI

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Diamond West Construction, LLC is seeking a skilled Estimator to join our Phoenix team. You will prepare accurate cost estimates for residential, commercial, and industrial projects, reviewing plans, takeoffs, and bids while coordinating with project managers and subs to protect margins.

The ideal candidate has 5-7+ years estimating experience, familiarity with Bluebeam and takeoff software, and strong Excel skills.