Junior EstimatorCommercial Construction

Kimmel & Associates; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates is seeking a Junior Estimator in Phoenix to support the preconstruction process for commercial projects with a focus on retail. You will work closely with senior leadership on activities from conceptual budgeting through bid submission.

The role offers hands-on exposure to the full preconstruction process, including coordination with project teams, bid tracking, and collaboration with management to align estimates with client expectations.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Retail estimating experience required.
• Ground-up and tenant improvement experience preferred.
• Familiarity with CSI divisions and Phoenix market costs.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar estimating/takeoff software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for retail ground-up and tenant improvement projects.
• Solicit, level, and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Assist with bid packages, scopes of work, and preconstruction budgets.
• Participate in pre-bid site walks and review plans and specifications.
• Maintain subcontractor databases and bid logs.
• Collaborate with project managers and leadership to align estimates with client expectations and schedules.
• Track bid deadlines and coordinate timely proposal submissions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Bid management

Tools

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

Job description

About the Company

Our client is a Phoenix-based commercial construction management firm specializing in retail, tenant improvements, food service, financial services, office, healthcare, and site construction.

The company is known for strong client partnerships, precise project management, and delivering projects on time and within budget. With an entrepreneurial culture and a growing presence in the Phoenix market, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in commercial construction estimating.

About the Position

We are seeking a Junior Estimator to support the preconstruction process for commercial construction projects, with a strong focus on retail.

This is a hands-on opportunity for an early-career estimator to work closely with senior leadership on projects ranging from conceptual budgeting through bid submission.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for retail ground-up and tenant improvement projects.
• Solicit, level, and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Assist with bid packages, scopes of work, and preconstruction budgets.
• Participate in pre-bid site walks and review plans and specifications.
• Maintain subcontractor databases and bid logs.
• Collaborate with project managers and leadership to align estimates with client expectations and schedules.
• Track bid deadlines and coordinate timely proposal submissions.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Retail estimating experience required.
• Ground-up and tenant improvement experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with CSI divisions and commercial construction costs in the Phoenix market.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar estimating/takeoff software.
• Working knowledge of subcontractor bid solicitation and scope leveling.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
• Experience with national retail accounts or repeat-client programs is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Opportunity to work directly with senior leadership.
• Hands-on exposure to the full commercial preconstruction process.
• Diverse portfolio of retail and commercial projects.
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity for long-term professional growth in commercial construction estimating.