Construction Estimator: Turn Plans Into Winning Bids

RockBridge Search; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

RockBridge Search & Recruitment is seeking an Estimator in Salt Lake City, Utah. You will turn drawings, specs, and subcontractor quotes into accurate estimates, influencing projects from concept through final bid.

The role requires 3+ years of estimating experience, strong math, read of plans, and the ability to manage multiple estimates with stakeholders. This position emphasizes collaboration and process improvement within a growing team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction estimating experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, materials, and sequencing.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs and cost estimating.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture.
• Comfortable communicating with subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal teams.
• Organized, dependable, and able to juggle multiple estimates and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating software.
• A proactive mindset and the confidence to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and find better ways to get the job done.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for construction projects from conceptual through final bid stages.
• Review plans, specifications, scopes of work, and contract documents with a sharp eye for detail.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop accurate material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and vendor bids.
• Identify scope gaps, potential risks, exclusions, and opportunities before they become expensive surprises.
• Develop competitive bids while maintaining a strong understanding of project requirements and profitability.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, vendors, subcontractors, and leadership.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, bid reviews, and turnover meetings.
• Maintain organized estimating documentation and bid records.
• Help refine estimating processes, tools, and strategies as the company continues to grow.
• Bring your construction knowledge, curiosity, and occasional contractor-style detective skills to every estimate.

Skills

Construction estimating

Plans & specs

Quantity takeoffs

Subcontractor bids

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

RockBridge Search & Recruitment is seeking an Estimator in Salt Lake City, Utah. You will turn drawings, specs, and subcontractor quotes into accurate estimates, influencing projects from concept through final bid.

The role requires 3+ years of estimating experience, strong math, read of plans, and the ability to manage multiple estimates with stakeholders. This position emphasizes collaboration and process improvement within a growing team.