Senior Construction Estimator: Shape Projects & Lead Precon

CornerStone General Contractors, LLC; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, and vision for员工

Wellness-focused support

Generous PTO and paid holidays (incl.

401(k) with profit sharing

Performance-based incentives

Opportunities for advancement

Continued professional growth

Wellness stipend

PTO donation program

Job summary

Cornerstone is seeking an Estimator to join our preconstruction team in Alaska. The role focuses on building detailed cost estimates from drawings and specs, coordinating with subs, and supporting value engineering to shape projects before construction begins.

You’ll leverage Takeoff software and collaborate with PMs, architects, and engineers to identify risks and craft accurate estimates. The position offers growth in a high-performing, employee-focused environment with strong compensation and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction experience (field or office).
• 3+ years estimating vertical commercial projects.
• Strong ability to read plans, specifications, and contracts.
• Experience with takeoff software (E-Takeoff, OST, etc.).
• A mindset for accuracy, ownership, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Build detailed, competitive cost estimates from drawings and specifications.
• Perform quantity take-offs and assist with scope development.
• Support subcontractor engagement and bid coordination efforts.
• Assist with value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Help prepare conceptual and detailed project estimates.
• Support estimate organization, tracking, and documentation.
• Partner with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors during preconstruction.
• Assist with subcontractor outreach and proposal review.
• Help identify project risks, cost impacts, and scope gaps early in the estimating process.
• Support the preparation of bid packages and estimate summaries.
• Contribute to maintaining historical cost data and estimating standards.

Skills

5+ years of commercial construction

3+ years estimating vertical projects

Read plans, specs & contracts

Takeoff software proficiency

Accuracy & collaboration mindset

Tools

E‑Takeoff

OST

Job description

Cornerstone is seeking an Estimator to join our preconstruction team in Alaska. The role focuses on building detailed cost estimates from drawings and specs, coordinating with subs, and supporting value engineering to shape projects before construction begins.

You’ll leverage Takeoff software and collaborate with PMs, architects, and engineers to identify risks and craft accurate estimates. The position offers growth in a high-performing, employee-focused environment with strong compensation and