Estimator - Civil & Environmental Projects (Remote)

Bering Straits Native Corporation; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Environmental, Inc. (CEI) is seeking an Estimator based in Anchorage, AK to assist in preparing cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.

The role involves reviewing plans, performing quantity takeoffs, soliciting bids, and maintaining cost databases to support competitive proposals. The Estimator will coordinate with project managers and engineers, ensure compliance with specifications, and participate in pre-bid activities.

Qualifications

• No degree required
• Minimum 3 years of estimating experience
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications and technical documents
• Familiarity with estimating software (Plan Swift, Procore, Sage Estimating, HCSS, Bluebeam)

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project expenses.
• Review project plans, specifications, drawings, and bid documents to identify project requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and calculations from blueprints and construction documents.
• Solicit and obtain pricing from vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Maintain databases of material, labor, and equipment costs.
• Support the preparation and submission of competitive bids and proposals.
• Assist with analyzing project risks, assumptions, and scope requirements.
• Organize and maintain estimating files, bid records, and historical cost data.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, superintendents, and other stakeholders regarding project scope and costs.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkthroughs as needed.
• Track bid results and assist with post-bid reviews.
• Ensure estimates comply with company standards, client requirements, and contract specifications.
• Assist with changing order pricing and cost analysis during project execution.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to estimating processes and procedures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Communication

Team coordination

Construction methods

Blueprint interpretation

Office software

Estimating mindset

Education

No degree required

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Plan Swift

Bluebeam

HeavyBid

Procore

Sage Estimating

HCSS

Costpoint

AutoCAD

Job description

Central Environmental, Inc. (CEI) is seeking an Estimator based in Anchorage, AK to assist in preparing cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.

The role involves reviewing plans, performing quantity takeoffs, soliciting bids, and maintaining cost databases to support competitive proposals. The Estimator will coordinate with project managers and engineers, ensure compliance with specifications, and participate in pre-bid activities.