Project Estimator: Bids, Budgets & Schedules

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

Job summary

Star Staffing is seeking a Project Estimator to support planning and bidding by developing timelines, labor requirements, material quantities, and cost projections. You will collaborate with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, clients, and architects to ensure accurate estimates.

The role involves reviewing blueprints, evaluating requirements, preparing bids, and maintaining cost records. Strong English communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.

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.
• Willingness and ability to become proficient in company project management software.

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

Understand technical documents

Analytical skills

Written and verbal English

Professional communication

Time management

Clear information transfer

Software proficiency willingness

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Star Staffing is seeking a Project Estimator to support planning and bidding by developing timelines, labor requirements, material quantities, and cost projections. You will collaborate with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, clients, and architects to ensure accurate estimates.

The role involves reviewing blueprints, evaluating requirements, preparing bids, and maintaining cost records. Strong English communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.