Pricing Specialist

Jobtailor; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in United States (Missouri) seeks an experienced Estimator/Procurement Specialist to prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial maintenance and construction projects. You will review plans, specs, site reports, and photos to quantify labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs, while sourcing competitive pricing and maintaining supplier scorecards.

You will develop client-ready proposals, manage on-site scope changes, track bid results, and provide cost-saving solutions

Qualifications

• Review plans, specs, and field reports to prepare estimates.
• Develop cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Maintain supplier pricing and scorecards for pricing decisions.
• Prepare client-ready proposals aligned with RFP/RFQ requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and quotes by reviewing project plans, specs, field reports, and photos.
• Identify and quantify labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Source competitive pricing across trades (hardware, flooring, masonry, doors, locks, plumbing).
• Build supplier relationships to diversify pricing and achieve cost savings.
• Maintain supplier cost databases and scorecards for accuracy.
• Assemble proposals compliant with RFP/RFQ and submit on time.
• Process on-site scope changes and pricing increases for active work orders.
• Track bid results, pricing trends, and risks; suggest value engineering solutions.
• Update client portals with pricing communications and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Cost estimating

Procurement

Supplier sourcing

Vendor negotiation

Excel

Microsoft Office

Communication

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Construction Management or related field

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Client portals

Pricing software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed, accurate, and competitive cost estimates and quotes for commercial maintenance and construction projects by reviewing project plans, specifications, field technician reports, site photos, and related documentation
• Identify and quantify labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for each project, ensuring pricing is accurate, competitive, and aligned with ARM's margin and service objectives
• Source and secure competitive material pricing across a variety of trades — including hardware, flooring, masonry, doors, locks, and plumbing — in support of estimating and service delivery operations
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure pricing diversification and ongoing cost savings; identify new suppliers through market research, referrals, and networking
• Maintain supplier scorecards and an updated database of costs, suppliers, and subcontractors to support accurate pricing and sound sourcing decisions
• Develop, write, and assemble detailed proposals tailored to each client's job requirements, ensuring they are professionally presented, compliant with RFP/RFQ requirements, and submitted on time
• Field and process on-site scope adjustments and pricing increase requests for active work orders, communicating clearly to internal teams and stakeholders
• Track and analyze bid results, pricing trends, and win rates; analyze project and supply chain risks and provide value engineering and cost mitigation solutions to optimize pricing without compromising quality or scope
• Update internal and client portals with accurate, timely pricing communications and documentation; resolve pricing discrepancies with suppliers and vendors professionally while maintaining organized records of all pricing, purchases, and contracts

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in estimating, pricing, purchasing, or procurement role within construction or facilities maintenance, with demonstrated responsibility for developing cost estimates and managing supplier pricing
• Strong understanding of cost estimating fundamentals, procurement processes, and supplier sourcing, including the ability to review and interpret project plans, specifications, field reports, and site photos
• Demonstrated ability to produce accurate, detailed cost estimates across labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor scopes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop clear, professional, client-ready proposals
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a high volume of active estimates, quotes, and supplier communications simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (with intermediate Excel experience); able to learn and navigate estimating, procurement, ERP, work order management, or client portal platforms
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred