Project Cost Estimator

Insight Global; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global's client in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Project Cost Estimator to develop accurate construction cost estimates across the project lifecycle. You will analyze documents, monitor actual costs, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve profitability and estimating accuracy on onsite engagements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of estimating experience, proficiency with MS Office, and the ability to work onsite Monday–Friday in Boise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least two years of experience developing conceptual and detailed cost estimates.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-starter who can work effectively with limited supervision.
• Ability to work onsite Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
• Must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Nice-to-Have: NetSuite experience.
• Nice-to-Have: Bluebeam experience.
• Nice-to-Have: Experience in modular, multifamily, hotel, or light-commercial construction.
• Nice-to-Have: Experience creating and maintaining estimating databases or cost libraries.
• Nice-to-Have: Familiarity with value engineering and project cost-variance analysis.
• Nice-to-Have: Ability to quickly learn new software and estimating platforms.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and project documents to understand scope, requirements, and constructability.
• Prepare conceptual estimates, Rough Order of Magnitude pricing, detailed estimates, and cost models.
• Analyze labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead costs.
• Track actual production and project costs against original estimates and budgets.
• Conduct cost variance analysis and identify trends, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain drawings, revisions, specifications, bid documents, and other project records.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Business Development, Purchasing, Engineering, and Operations.
• Support value-engineering efforts to improve profitability, efficiency, and constructability.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost libraries, historical data, and standardized procedures.
• Participate in bid reviews, project handoffs, and post-project evaluations.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Identify opportunities to improve estimating processes, systems, and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Onsite work ability

Work authorization in US

Pass drug screen/background check

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Accounting or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

NetSuite

Bluebeam

Estimating databases/cost libraries

Job description

Job Description

A client of Insight Global is looking for a Project Cost Estimator to join their team in Boise, Idaho. This individual will develop accurate construction cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle, from early conceptual pricing through detailed project estimates. They will analyze project documents, monitor actual costs, perform variance analysis, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve project profitability and estimating accuracy. This is an onsite position with a salary range of $80,000–$105,000.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and project documents to understand project scope, requirements, and constructability.
• Prepare conceptual estimates, Rough Order of Magnitude pricing, detailed estimates, and cost models.
• Analyze labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead costs.
• Track actual production and project costs against original estimates and budgets.
• Conduct cost variance analysis and identify trends, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain drawings, revisions, specifications, bid documents, and other project records.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Business Development, Purchasing, Engineering, and Operations.
• Support value-engineering efforts to improve project profitability, efficiency, and constructability.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost libraries, historical data, and standardized procedures.
• Participate in bid reviews, project handoffs, and post-project evaluations.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Identify opportunities to improve estimating processes, systems, and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills and Requirements

• RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least two years of experience developing conceptual and detailed cost estimates.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-starter who can work effectively with limited supervision.
• Ability to work onsite Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
• Must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Nice-to-Have SkillsExperience using NetSuite.
• Nice-to-Have SkillsExperience using Bluebeam.
• Nice-to-Have SkillsBackground in modular, multifamily, hotel, or light-commercial construction.
• Nice-to-Have SkillsExperience creating and maintaining estimating databases or cost libraries.
• Nice-to-Have SkillsFamiliarity with value engineering and project cost-variance analysis.
• Nice-to-Have SkillsAbility to quickly learn new software and estimating platforms.

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• No regular travel required.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Team-oriented, safety-focused work environment.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].