Roadway Construction Estimator — Bids & Planning

Quail Construction; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quail Construction in Phoenix, AZ, seeks an Estimator to lead cost estimates for roadway construction, temporary traffic control, and related services within the Helix Traffic Solutions network. You will manage bids from plan review through submission, coordinate with vendors and contractors, and support operations planning.

The role requires reading plans, strong numerical skills, and at least 1+ year of estimating experience, with opportunities for growth in a safety-focused, market-driven

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working with numbers for bid preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking to plans and develop competitive bid strategies.
• Road construction operations or estimating experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills for communicating with coworkers, customers, and contractors.
• 1+ years in estimating preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review construction plans, specifications, and traffic control requirements.
• Develop detailed cost estimates including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and logistics.
• Prepare and submit bids for ADOT, county, municipal, and private projects.
• Coordinate with vendors, trade partners, branch managers and operations.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and coordinate with contractors to clarify project requirements.
• Track submitted bids and follow up with contractors to maintain relationships.

Skills

Read drawings

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Estimating experience

Microsoft Office / Excel

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quail Construction in Phoenix, AZ, seeks an Estimator to lead cost estimates for roadway construction, temporary traffic control, and related services within the Helix Traffic Solutions network. You will manage bids from plan review through submission, coordinate with vendors and contractors, and support operations planning.

The role requires reading plans, strong numerical skills, and at least 1+ year of estimating experience, with opportunities for growth in a safety-focused, market-driven