Preconstruction Estimator - Commercial Interiors

CP Build; Cottonwood Heights (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CP Build is a leading interior finishes contractor seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Salt Lake City team. This role reports to the Senior Estimator and directly impacts project outcomes and sales growth for the organization.

The ideal candidate thrives in a high-growth, hardworking environment, balancing process with autonomy, and proactively communicating to push the company forward.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Commercial Construction.
• 2+ years of experience as an Estimator, or a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Ability to interact with owners, contractors, designers, and subcontractors on budgets, proposals, bids, and value engineering options.
• Excellent time management skills; able to handle multiple priorities and challenges daily.
• Proven ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and mathematical aptitude.
• Proficient with Excel and a working knowledge of MS Office.
• Demonstrated accuracy, thoroughness, and follow-through.
• Team-oriented, proactive, and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze drawings and specifications to prepare cost, material, and labor estimates on new projects presented and vetted by the Business Development team.
• Prepare budgets and quotes for projects of varying sizes, complexity, and type; work closely with Business Development throughout.
• Prepare conceptual proposals with minimal project information.
• Provide preconstruction services, including estimating shop drawing milestones, value engineering, constructability, schedule review, and identifying long-lead items.
• Lead bid preparation (in conjunction with Business Development) and consistently meet submission deadlines.
• Coordinate price packages with suppliers, subcontractors, owners, designers, and architects; revise pricing as needed.
• Generate quantity take-offs for elements including cabinets, countertops, lighting, plumbing fixtures, flooring, bath accessories, mirrors, and more

Skills

Estimating

Communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Education

Engineering / Construction Management degree

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

CP Build is a leading interior finishes contractor seeking an experienced Estimator to join our Salt Lake City team. This role reports to the Senior Estimator and directly impacts project outcomes and sales growth for the organization.

The ideal candidate thrives in a high-growth, hardworking environment, balancing process with autonomy, and proactively communicating to push the company forward.