Project Estimator

HENSEL PHELPS; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 94,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

401K

Vehicle allowance / cell phone

Job summary

Hensel Phelps is seeking a Project Estimator in Hawaii to develop CSI Division and Uniformat estimates for conceptual and final bids. You will lead pricing strategies for major projects, build strong relationships with trade partners, and manage procurement activities on complex scopes.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of experience, a civil/structural/construction management degree, and proficiency with estimating software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture or construction management.
• Eight (8+) years of experience and/or a combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners.
• Estimate key scopes on more complicated projects to ensure the complete scope is captured during the estimating process.
• Develop and execute strategies to gain a bid advantage on delegated scopes and more complicated project estimates.
• Identify, understand, manage, and communicate risk during the procurement process.
• Survey and price more complicated self-performed work items; develop bid package strategy and bid schedule independently on more complicated projects.
• Draft, issue, and manage bid packages on more complicated projects and support the senior estimator with this effort.
• Purchase scopes and draft associated subcontracts.
• Lead a team of estimators on more complicated project procurements.
• Facilitate estimate reviews on projects for executive management.
• Facilitate the communication of estimate scope and pricing to clients.
• Participate in staff development and reviews of estimators and lead estimators.
• Proficient in estimating software, formats and procedures.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture or construction management.

Eight (8+) years of experience and/or a combination of education and experience.

Job description

About Hensel Phelps

At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee‑owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting‑edge technology with hands‑on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

About Hensel Phelps

At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee‑owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting‑edge technology with hands‑on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Compensation Data

Direct Compensation (Hawaii Only)

• Salary: $93,600.00 - $96,000.00
• Cost-of-Living Adjustment: $44,400.00
• Total Compensation Range: $138,000.00 - $140,400.00

Other

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, 401K

Job Description

Project Estimators are routinely responsible for and experienced in the development of CSI Division and Uniformat estimates and all estimating forms and formats for both the conceptual estimate and final bid. The position is also responsible for and has significant experience with the development of pricing strategies and specific purchasing methodology for major projects. It is the responsibility of the project estimator to develop a working relationship with trade partner principals and estimating departments. Project estimators support the development of conceptual estimates for design‑build and guaranteed maximum price projects and lead procurements for more complicated projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners
• Estimate key scopes on more complicated projects to ensure the complete scope is captured during the estimating process
• Develop and execute strategies to gain a bid advantage on their delegated scopes and more complicated project estimates
• Identify, understand, manage, and communicate risk during the procurement process
• Survey and price more complicated self‑performed work items Develop bid package strategy and the bid schedule independently on more complicated projects
• Draft, issue, and manage bid packages on more complicated projects as well as be able to support the senior estimator with this effort
• Purchase scopes and draft associated subcontracts
• Lead a team of estimators on more complicated project procurements
• Facilitate estimate reviews on projects for executive management
• Facilitate the communication of estimate scope and pricing to clients
• Participate in staff development and reviews of estimators and lead estimators
• Proficient in estimating software, formats and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture or construction management.
• Eight (8+) years of experience and/or a combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

Heavy Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 35 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity. Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite. Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery, such as a calculator and phone. The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office and field administration. Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read and understand blueprints, load charts, and take/verify field measurements. Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights. Working from heights – the person must be comfortable and able to work from heights for extended amounts of time. Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch. Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist. Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction for various lengths of time. Grasping – Needs to apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm regularly. Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate. Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures. Frequently exposed to noisy environment and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. Use of hands and wrists with various tools. Prolonged use of jackhammer and pavement breaker. Use of wheelbarrows and brooms. Repetitive use of hands and wrists using power, rotational, and vibration tools including prolonged use of jackhammers and pavement breakers. Tolerate legally permissible exposure to dusts and chemicals, such as cement dust, solvents, and curing compounds. The person must be able to safely wear a respirator and is able to pass applicable medical and fit testing examinations. Must be able to hear commands from supervisors and back‑up safety alarms on equipment. Assist in converting project estimates into project financial status reports, cost controls and labor recaps.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Eight (8+) years of experience and/or a combination of education and experience.

Benefits

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long‑term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance, as well as optional participation in a flexible spending account for dependent care expenses (FSA). Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps’ policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)