Preconstruction Estimator I - Cost, Bid & Coordination

The Haskell Company; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Preconstruction Specialist at The Haskell Company contributes to project cost, scope, and procurement strategies through detailed quantity takeoffs, trade coordination, and data-driven estimating. You’ll support the development of conceptual and detailed estimates, maintain cost databases, and engage with subcontractors to ensure complete bid packages.

The role requires reading plans, construction knowledge, and experience with estimating software, with up to 10% travel for site visits and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred, or 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Ability to read plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of estimating software and cost databases.
• Strong organizational and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Estimate Plan meetings and assist the preconstruction team.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from drawings and specs; support RFI processes.
• Assist in subcontractor/vendor outreach and bid package preparation.
• Help compile lessons learned and maintain cost/history databases.
• Support BIM/VDC workflows and AI-assisted estimating tools.
• Travel up to 10% to meet with subcontractors and attend bid walks.

Skills

Plan reading

Construction knowledge

Estimating software

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Deadline oriented

Education

BS in Civil Eng / Construction Mgmt or related field

5 years construction experience

Tools

Beck Destini

Accubid

Bluebeam

InSite

Job description

The Preconstruction Specialist at The Haskell Company contributes to project cost, scope, and procurement strategies through detailed quantity takeoffs, trade coordination, and data-driven estimating. You’ll support the development of conceptual and detailed estimates, maintain cost databases, and engage with subcontractors to ensure complete bid packages.

The role requires reading plans, construction knowledge, and experience with estimating software, with up to 10% travel for site visits and