Residential Estimator — Client-Focused Bid Specialist

Hadco Construction; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and Paid Holidays

Job summary

Hadco Construction in Lehi, UT seeks a proactive Residential Construction Estimator for the Residential Division. You will prepare accurate estimates, guide clients from inquiry to securing work, and drive bid processes with strong relationship-building skills.

You will review plans, perform takeoffs, coordinate with vendors, and maintain organized estimate files while working with project managers for seamless handoffs. Travel locally for site visits may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction estimating is required.
• Proven follow-up skills to convert bids into awarded projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, timely cost estimates for residential site work, including utilities, grading, and excavation.
• Review plans, specifications, and bid documents to develop clear scopes of work and competitive pricing.
• Serve as the main point of contact during the bid process and represent Hadco professionally.
• Conduct takeoffs and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for pricing.
• Follow up on submitted bids to convert estimates into awarded projects.
• Maintain relationships with builders, developers, and homeowners for repeat business.
• Coordinate awarded projects with Project Managers and field teams for a seamless handoff.
• Track bids and maintain organized estimate files per company systems.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and perform site visits as needed.

Skills

Construction estimating

Sales experience

Interpersonal skills

Follow-up / closing bids

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam / InSite

Reading construction drawings

Client-first mindset

Driver's license / travel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

InSite

Job description

Hadco Construction in Lehi, UT seeks a proactive Residential Construction Estimator for the Residential Division. You will prepare accurate estimates, guide clients from inquiry to securing work, and drive bid processes with strong relationship-building skills.

You will review plans, perform takeoffs, coordinate with vendors, and maintain organized estimate files while working with project managers for seamless handoffs. Travel locally for site visits may be required.