Insulated Metal Panel Estimator — Remote/On-Site

AlphaX; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan options

Paid time off

Additional company-sponsored benefits

Job summary

AlphaX in Knoxville is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive bids for commercial and industrial projects involving Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) systems. You will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, calculate labor, material, and installation costs, and develop bid proposals to win work.

Remote work or relocation may be considered for qualified applicants, with emphasis on hands-on IMP estimating experience and the ability to

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of construction estimating experience, with 3–5 years of direct Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) estimating experience strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to independently prepare complete construction estimates, perform quantity takeoffs, and submit competitive bids.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing, mission-critical facilities, or industrial construction projects is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, technical specifications, and bid documents.
• Hands‑on experience calculating labor, material, equipment, and installation costs for commercial or industrial projects.
• Familiarity with construction estimating software and Microsoft Excel or comparable estimating tools.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ownership of the estimating process. Candidates with experience limited to project coordination, material ordering, or estimating assistance will not be a strong fit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and competitive bids for commercial and industrial projects involving Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) systems.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope, material requirements, and installation details.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and calculate labor, material, equipment, and installation costs.
• Develop comprehensive bid proposals outlining pricing, scope inclusions, exclusions, and project assumptions.
• Identify scope gaps, potential cost risks, and project-specific requirements that could affect estimate accuracy or profitability.
• Request and evaluate supplier quotations to verify material costs and maintain competitive pricing.
• Coordinate with general contractors, suppliers, and our internal teams to clarify project requirements and resolve estimating questions.
• Maintain organized estimating records, cost breakdowns, and bid documentation while meeting submission deadlines.
• Review estimates for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project drawings and specifications.

Skills

IMP estimating

Bid development

Quantity takeoffs

Cost estimating

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

AlphaX in Knoxville is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive bids for commercial and industrial projects involving Insulated Metal Panel (IMP) systems. You will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, calculate labor, material, and installation costs, and develop bid proposals to win work.

Remote work or relocation may be considered for qualified applicants, with emphasis on hands-on IMP estimating experience and the ability to