Sr. Estimator (Construction)

Actalent; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 2

Life & AD&D Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Health Savings Account

Pre-tax Parking

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced cost estimator to manage and assist in developing accurate estimates for complex projects from Honolulu, HI. You will lead preconstruction activities, collaborate with architects and owners, and provide value-engineering and lifecycle cost options throughout the estimate process.

The role requires seven-plus years in construction estimating, proficiency with Destini Estimator, BlueBeam, Assemble, Revit, and Primavera, and the ability to prepare comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction field or equivalent education and experience.
• Over seven years' experience in estimating commercial construction projects, including hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating.
• Knowledge of construction systems and disciplines to complete cost estimates without assistance.
• Experience estimating at all design stages: conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates and accompanying information for potential projects.
• Read and improve contract documents, provide value-engineering and life-cycle cost options.
• Perform quantity take-offs, pricing, and data analysis; lead preconstruction efforts with architects and owners.
• Solicit bids from subcontractors and suppliers; manage pricing communications and contact lists.
• Prepare bid proposals and attend owner meetings during estimate development.
• Develop detailed schedules for proposed projects and initiate special estimating projects.

Skills

Leadership in preconstruction

Cost estimation

Vendor coordination

Communication

Pressure management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction

Tools

Destini Estimator

BlueBeam

Assemble

Revit

Primavera

Job description

This person manages and assists in the compilation of estimates for various projects and is responsible for cost accuracy.

Duties

• Constantly delivers predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
• Prepares estimates and supplementary information for potential projects.
• Reads, understands, and offers improvements to the contract documents (plans, specifications & addenda).Offers Value-Engineering and Life-Cycle cost options for review.
• Performs quantity take-offs, organizes, prices, and analyzes information.
• Understands the difference between the narrow focus of just cost estimating services and the broader scope of preconstruction services.
• Works well with Architects and Owners and provides leadership in the preconstruction process and demonstrates best practices throughout preconstruction.
• Solicits bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.Creates listings of appropriate contacts for specific projects.
• Communicates with subs and suppliers to clarify pricing information.Determines the suitability and competitive stance of subs and suppliers.
• Prepares and analyzes estimate formats in such areas as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs and bid analysis.
• Is responsible for the preparation of bid proposal for submittal.
• Attends Owner meetings during estimate development.
• Prepares detailed schedules for proposed projects.
• Initiates various special projects related to estimating.
• Assists and guides staff towards completion of special projects.
• Initiates schematic plans or sketches to illustrate approach and strategy.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction related field or equivalent education and experience.
• Over seven years' experience in estimating commercial construction projects, demonstrating competence in hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating.
• Possesses sufficient knowledge of all construction systems and disciplines, including mechanical and electrical, in order to complete comprehensive cost estimates without assistance from others.
• Good working knowledge of self-performed concrete construction.
• Has experience in estimating at all stages of design: conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents.
• Understands and utilizes proven estimating and bidding strategies.
• Fully understands and practices the principles of Target Value Design.
• Has the ability to utilize the latest estimating software used by Layton.
• Proven working knowledge of Destini Estimator software, BlueBeam, Assemble, and other latest software and technology.
• Ability to work under pressure, meets tight deadlines, and coordinate team members.
• Has integrity: maintains normal standards of ethics, conduct, and organizational policies in job-related activities.
• Ability to operate office equipment, computer, printer, phone, copier, fax, etc.
• Effective written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Presents well in interviews and in all meetings with clients.
• Excellent knowledge of construction practices, methods, trends and crew data.
• Working knowledge of Revit and Primavera systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Honolulu, HI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off
• Time Away Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Group Legal
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Honolulu,HI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.