Vertical Construction Project Estimator

Yulista Holding, LLC; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

STG Pacific, a Calista Brice company, seeks a Vertical Construction Project Estimator to identify bidding opportunities, create detailed cost estimates, and manage preconstruction activities for vertical construction and federal projects in Alaska. The role requires a focus on accuracy, collaboration with PMs, BD, and vendors, and willingness to travel as needed.

The estimator will work onsite in Alaska and contribute to pricing change orders, maintaining historical data, and supporting safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Experience with federal construction projects (USACE/NAVFAC) is required.
• Strong knowledge of estimating methods, takeoffs, labor/material analysis, and cost modeling.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and track potential bidding opportunities with BD and PM teams.
• Review and analyze RFP packages and client requirements.
• Prepare complete cost estimates including takeoffs, labor, materials, equipment, and logistics.
• Analyze labor/material requirements to optimize self-perform vs subcontracting.
• Review estimates for completeness and accuracy and support budget development.

Skills

Vertical construction knowledge

Preconstruction estimating

Cost modeling

Federal construction knowledge

Analytical ability

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

HeavyBid

Timberline/Sage

Job description

Regular Pay Range: $125,000 - $175,000

Why choose us? As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses. Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self-determination for Alaska's Indigenous peoples. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social, cultural, and economic welfare of over 35,000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

What does STG Pacific do? STG Pacific delivers vertical, horizontal, design-build, heavy industrial, and specialty foundation construction for government and commercial clients. Established in 2016, we've quickly built a reputation for high-quality construction, delivering on-time, on-budget results for the most complex projects in the industry. Our team leverages more than a century of combined staff experience to mentor new team members, helping you build both technical skills and professional networks. Together, we’ll complete complex projects that strengthen communities and infrastructure throughout the Pacific region. STG Pacific is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

What can you expect? As the Vertical Construction Project Estimator, you onsite in Alaska and will be responsible for identifying bidding opportunities, preparing detailed cost estimates, and managing preconstruction estimating activities for vertical construction and federal projects, including design/build opportunities.

How will you do it?

• Identify, evaluate, and track potential bidding opportunities in collaboration with Business Development and Project Management.
• Review and analyze Request for Proposal (RFP) packages.
• Participate in client discussions to clarify scope and project requirements.
• Prepare complete cost estimates including quantity takeoffs, labor, materials, equipment, tools/consumables, transportation, and temporary living arrangements.
• Analyze labor and material requirements to determine cost-efficiency of self-performing vs. subcontracting certain scopes.
• Validate that all factors—specifications, scope, logistics, schedule, and project constraints—are fully incorporated into estimates.
• Solicit, evaluate, and analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes for integration into project estimates.
• Develop and submit prequalification packages and scope letters.
• Conduct site visits to verify scope, drawings, and logistical considerations; may require overnight travel.
• Lead turnover meetings with Project Managers for successful bids.
• Assist Project Managers in developing project budgets aligned with estimate parameters.
• Support Project Management in pricing change orders and additional work.
• Review all estimates (including those prepared by others) for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain estimating software and cost history databases.
• Oversee management of historical cost records and benchmarking data.
• Support STG Pacific’s Health and Safety Program and adhere to all required practices.
• Respond to safety observations and modify estimating or planning approaches when necessary.
• Collaborate with Risk Management to resolve safety-related concerns raised during preconstruction review.
• Serve as a professional point of contact for clients.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Seek and participate in professional development and training.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Functions: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities but may provide direction to estimating or project support personnel as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of vertical construction concepts, methods, and practices applicable to estimating, preconstruction and execution.
• Strong knowledge of construction estimating methods, quantity takeoffs, labor/material analysis, and cost modeling techniques.
• Knowledge of federal construction requirements and compliance.
• Advanced ability to use Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and laptop-based applications; ability to maintain and utilize estimating software.
• Ability to understand schedules, interpret project constraints, and collaborate with PMs during preconstruction and post-award phases.
• Understanding of construction, architectural, and building industry standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply contract documents, RFP packages, drawings, plans, and technical specifications for estimating purposes.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimating, revenue models, cost-to-completion concepts, and project financial forecasting.
• Knowledge of procurement rules, vendor sourcing, subcontractor quote evaluation, and related regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical ability; able to evaluate data, compare alternatives, identify risks, and support strategic pricing decisions.
• Effective written, verbal, and graphical communication skills; able to coordinate with PMs, vendors, clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams; strong follow-up skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and organize work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates integrity, sound judgment, and ethical behavior in all business dealings.
• Ability to detect issues, analyze complex information, and propose effective solutions.
• Able to adjust to changing project demands, field conditions, and construction requirements.
• Ability to comply with and support enforcement of company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Ability to travel to job sites or field locations (up to 15% of the time).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.
• Four (4) years of related project management or estimating experience preparing budgets, cost estimates, and project financial analyses within vertical construction projects is required.
• Experience with federal construction projects, including USACE, NAVFAC, or other federal government branches required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and project-related software.
• Valid state driver’s license and must be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of Company’s Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass a drug, driving and background screenings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HCCS “HeavyBid” and or Timberline / Sage software preferred.

Working Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. STG Pacific has a fast-paced, multi-tasking work environment requiring a high degree of accuracy, organization, and effective performance while managing multiple estimating efforts and competing deadlines. Work is primarily performed in a remote office setting; however, periodic travel to project sites, client meetings, pre-bid conferences, and indoor and outdoor construction locations may be required to verify existing conditions and support estimating activities. Adaptability regarding changing project priorities, proposal deadlines, and occasional extended hours may be necessary to support bid submissions and business needs.

More reasons you will love working with STG Pacific

• Competitive wages and bonus programs – We believe in developing our employees to progressively advance in their careers. We achieve this by providing you with annual performance reviews with recommendations on training to achieve your goals.
• Mentorship Program designed for employees to formalize a working relationship between seasoned professionals and young professionals to develop specific areas of knowledge to grow their careers within the family of companies.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD.
• Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance.
• Paid time off is based on an employee working 2080 regular hours per year [40 hours per week]. May increase per years of service with the Company in eligible status.
• 0-2 years 15 days
• 3-5 years 23 days
• 6-9 years 27 days
• 10-14 years 30 days
• 15-19 years 33 days
• 20 or more years 37.5 days
• 10 Regular Holidays, 1 Bonus – Work Anniversary “Floating” Holiday. Eligible after 1 year of service, must be taken within the calendar year.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution.
• *Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions, or company handbook.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

Thank you for your interest in Calista Brice! We are a group of 22 subsidiaries offering construction, environmental, technical, and equipment services. All our subsidiaries work cohesively under the Calista Brice umbrella. This allows us to leverage our strengths, provide comprehensive solutions for our clients, and create limitless career opportunities for our teams.

Build Your Career Discover your career potential with our family of 22 diverse companies. When you join us, you'll experience the best of both worlds—the resources and stability of a large organization with the personalized attention and flexibility of a smaller firm. For over 60 years, we've been committed to helping our team members thrive while tackling exciting projects across North America and beyond.

Our Priority: Our People We work hard every day to take care of what matters most--our people. Our companies offer comprehensive benefits for the betterment of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes competitive wages, paid time off, career development programs, 401k with company matching, tuition assistance, and a variety of options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. For our Union companies and employees, we honor our labor agreements and work cooperatively with our union leadership to be the preferred employer.