Construction Estimator — ESOP + 401(k) Match + Bonus

Diamond Peak Recruiting; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BNBuilders in Seattle is seeking a Construction Estimator with 5–7 years of experience to develop detailed cost estimates for self-perform and subcontracted work. You will review with senior team members, prepare preliminary estimates in preconstruction, and assist in scheduling and logistics planning.

The role requires strong communication, accuracy, and ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction field.
• 5–7 years of experience.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, estimating software, and scheduling software.
• Detail-oriented with strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Has key knowledge of unit costs and factors affecting pricing.
• Prepare Site Management (GCs) and Temporary Site Services (GRs) estimates and review with Senior member of the project team or direct manager.
• Develop accurate detailed estimates, including self-perform work, independently.
• Understand crew development to ensure adequate hours and dollars incorporated into the project estimate.
• Prepare preliminary estimates and studies during preconstruction, monitor design development cost trends to detect overruns.
• Participate in the preparation of construction schedule for estimating purposes; request and discuss staffing requirements, and logistics plan with Project Manager.
• Perform constructability reviews with owner and architect.
• Participate in the value engineering process as a solution provider by developing, presenting, and monitoring budget options log.
• Effectively negotiate for win-win outcomes.
• Actively participate in presentation, interview & proposal preparation
• Assist in presentation of packages and daily discussions with Project Executive of team during preconstruction phases.
• Prepare detailed quantity surveys and conceptual cost estimates from the early conceptual phase through construction documents, including preparing variance summaries between estimates.
• Understand the subcontracting process, prepare detailed bid package estimates per trade, and develop written bid packages.

Skills

Excellent listening and communication

Independent worker and team player

Detail-oriented

Strong work ethic

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Timberline or estimating software

Primavera or scheduling software

Job description

BNBuilders in Seattle is seeking a Construction Estimator with 5–7 years of experience to develop detailed cost estimates for self-perform and subcontracted work. You will review with senior team members, prepare preliminary estimates in preconstruction, and assist in scheduling and logistics planning.

The role requires strong communication, accuracy, and ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously.