Construction Estimator — Precise Budgets & Bids

AppleOne Employment Services; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in Redmond, WA is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to own the preconstruction process, develop accurate budgets, and move residential, commercial, office, and general construction projects from concept to execution.

The role emphasizes estimating accuracy, problem-solving, and strong subcontractor relationships, with collaboration among project managers, architects, engineers, vendors, and leadership to drive profitability and career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction estimating and takeoffs.
• Ability to develop competitive bids and budgets.
• Strong collaboration with project teams and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, plans, specs to determine scope.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and prepare estimates.
• Develop bids, budgets, pricing analyses and cost comparisons.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors for pricing.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, clients and leadership to manage risks and costs.
• Maintain estimating records and cost databases; update estimates with design changes.

Skills

Estimating

Takeoffs

Budgeting

Subcontractor relations

Team collaboration

Job description

AppleOne Employment Services in Redmond, WA is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to own the preconstruction process, develop accurate budgets, and move residential, commercial, office, and general construction projects from concept to execution.

The role emphasizes estimating accuracy, problem-solving, and strong subcontractor relationships, with collaboration among project managers, architects, engineers, vendors, and leadership to drive profitability and career growth.