Estimator - Corporate

SUNBELT MODULAR INC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNBELT MODULAR INC in Phoenix, AZ seeks an Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for modular building projects across commercial sectors. This role bridges design, engineering, procurement, and production, translating concepts into detailed cost projections.

You will develop budgets and bids, analyze costs, review supplier quotes, and support change orders. Strong communication, attention to detail, and team collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a construction-related field.
• Minimum of five years estimating experience in commercial modular construction.
• Experience with modular, prefabricated, or offsite construction; knowledge of drawings, specifications, and building systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates based on architectural drawings, specs, and designs and follow up on estimates.
• Develop preliminary budgets, detailed estimates, and final bid proposals; identify cost savings without sacrificing quality.
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, transportation, and other costs for manufacturability and efficiency.
• Evaluate project risks and incorporate contingencies.
• Review quotes from suppliers and subcontractors; price change orders and red-line changes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or related field; or equivalent experience

Tools

Design estimating software

Job description

Description

Position Objective:

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and comprehensive cost estimates for modular building projects across a variety of commercial sectors. This role plays a critical part in the project lifecycle by bridging design, engineering, procurement, and production by translating conceptual and technical information into detailed cost projections.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates based on architectural drawings, specifications, and conceptual designs; follow up on all outstanding estimates and projects
• Develop preliminary budgets, detailed estimates, and final bid proposals for projects; identify cost savings opportunities without compromising quality, schedule or performance; recommend alternative materials, methods or configurations
• Analyze labor, material, equipment, transportation, and other costs; ensure design optimization for manufacturability and efficiency
• Evaluate project risks and incorporate contingencies where appropriate
• Researches all necessary special pricing, code compliance, and structural requirements of projects; provide submittals as required
• Solicit and review quotes from suppliers and subcontractors
• Price change orders and red-line changes
• Provides accurate sales release packages for Engineering
• Other duties as assigned

This position is also expected to:

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment; manage multiple competing priorities successfully
• Maintain a positive, professional demeanor at all times
• Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external clients
• Be very detail oriented and well organized
• Possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills - verbal and written
• Be skilled at problem solving and analysis; proactive and team oriented

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or related field; or equivalent experience
• Minimum of five (5) years of estimating experience in commercial modular construction/manufacturing
• Experience in modular, prefabricated, or offsite construction
• Familiarity with design-build project delivery methods
• Proficiency in design estimating software
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and building systems

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of logistics and transportation considerations for modular units
• Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) a plus

Requirements

• Able to successfully pass a criminal background check (following a conditional offer of employment)
• An estimator role is mostly light-duty physically, involving extended periods of sitting, standing, and computer work. It may include occasional site visits that require walking, climbing stairs, or navigating job sites, sometimes in varying weather conditions. Overall, the physical demands are minimal, with a focus on mobility, basic stamina, and visual attention to detail rather than strength.