Senior Construction Estimator: Bids, Budgets & Growth

Australia-Employment; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Construction Estimator in Seattle, WA for a permanent on-site role paying $100,000 - $130,000 per year. The candidate will prepare detailed cost estimates for healthcare, educational, commercial, and government construction projects, read blueprints, and manage bids.

With 5+ years of experience and proficiency in estimating software, you will work with PMs, engineers, and architects to develop plans, assess risks, and ensure competitive bids.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Construction Estimator or similar role.
• Experience managing bids and reading blueprints.
• Familiarity with healthcare, education, commercial and government construction.
• Knowledge of materials, equipment, techniques, costs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and related costs.
• Analyze blueprints, specs, and documents to prepare estimates.
• Manage bidding processes to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with PMs, engineers, and architects to develop plans.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify cost overruns and mitigation.
• Stay updated on industry trends, materials, pricing, and tech.
• Engage with stakeholders across healthcare, education, commercial, and gov sectors.
• Participate in project meetings and report on budget status.
• Assist in contract negotiations and change orders.

Skills

Bid management

Blueprint reading

Cost estimation

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Multitasking

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

CPE certification preferred

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Construction Estimator in Seattle, WA for a permanent on-site role paying $100,000 - $130,000 per year. The candidate will prepare detailed cost estimates for healthcare, educational, commercial, and government construction projects, read blueprints, and manage bids.

With 5+ years of experience and proficiency in estimating software, you will work with PMs, engineers, and architects to develop plans, assess risks, and ensure competitive bids.