Project Estimator

Star Staffing; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Staffing seeks a Project Estimator to support planning and bidding efforts. You will develop timelines, labor requirements, material quantities, and cost projections, coordinating with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate estimates.

The role requires reviewing blueprints and technical documents, analyzing requirements, and preparing detailed cost estimates while managing bids and schedules with project management software.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and interpret technical documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Professional, confident, and courteous approach when working with clients and coworkers.
• Strong time-management and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to communicate information clearly and tactfully.

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, specifications, project plans, and other technical documents.
• Evaluate project requirements and develop detailed material, labor, and cost estimates.
• Identify factors that may affect project pricing, production, and scheduling.
• Prepare, track, and maintain vendor and subcontractor bids.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with vendors, subcontractors, clients, and architects.
• Enter and track project information and costs using project management software.
• Present estimates and pricing information to management and project stakeholders.
• Track actual project costs and maintain accurate records.
• Assist Project Managers with estimating, bidding, and schedule development.
• Perform additional job-related duties as needed.

Skills

Technical reading

Analytical skills

English communication

Client interaction

Time management

Clear communication

Tools

PM software

Job description

Project Estimator

$90-$95k**

Position Overview

The Project Estimator supports the planning and bidding process by developing project timelines, labor requirements, material quantities, and cost projections. This role works closely with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and competitive estimates.

Key Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, specifications, project plans, and other technical documents.
• Evaluate project requirements and develop detailed material, labor, and cost estimates.
• Identify factors that may affect project pricing, production, and scheduling.
• Prepare, track, and maintain vendor and subcontractor bids.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with vendors, subcontractors, clients, and architects.
• Enter and track project information and costs using project management software.
• Present estimates and pricing information to management and project stakeholders.
• Track actual project costs and maintain accurate records.
• Assist Project Managers with estimating, bidding, and schedule development.
• Perform additional job-related duties as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to understand and interpret technical documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Professional, confident, and courteous approach when working with clients and coworkers.
• Strong time-management and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to communicate information clearly and tactfully.
• Willingness and ability to become proficient in company project management software.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position involves regular communication and computer/document-based work, with frequent use of hands for handling tools, controls, and materials. Employees may occasionally stand, walk, sit, reach, and lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds. The position requires near and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. The typical work environment has low to moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be provided as required.