Construction Estimator
The Contractor Consultants
Date: 1 week ago
City: Bellingham, WA
Salary:
$105,000
-
$125,000
per year
Contract type: Full time
🔍 Build Smarter, Bid Better - Join Pivotal Construction as a Construction Estimator!
Position Title: Construction Estimator
Company Name: Pivotal Construction
Pay Range: $105,000-$125,000 per year (based on experience) + Performance Bonus Industry: Commercial General Construction
Location: Kirkland, WA (ONSITE Position)
Job Overview
Pivotal Construction is seeking a sharp, detail-driven Estimator with 3-5 years of experience in commercial construction estimating. This is your opportunity to play a critical role in a fast-growing general contracting firm known for precision, performance, and partnership. You'll take ownership of cost estimates, collaborate closely with project stakeholders, and shape winning proposals for both tenant improvement and ground-up projects. If you thrive on accuracy, thrive under pressure, and are looking for a long-term home to grow your career-let's talk.
Who We Are
Pivotal Construction is a dynamic and fast-growing general contractor based in Kirkland, WA, delivering exceptional commercial and industrial construction projects across the U.S. We're known for our commitment to excellence, team-first culture, and a strong emphasis on internal growth. At Pivotal, your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and your success is celebrated.
Learn more at www.pivotal-gc.com
Key Responsibilities
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Compliance Notice
A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.
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Position Title: Construction Estimator
Company Name: Pivotal Construction
Pay Range: $105,000-$125,000 per year (based on experience) + Performance Bonus Industry: Commercial General Construction
Location: Kirkland, WA (ONSITE Position)
Job Overview
Pivotal Construction is seeking a sharp, detail-driven Estimator with 3-5 years of experience in commercial construction estimating. This is your opportunity to play a critical role in a fast-growing general contracting firm known for precision, performance, and partnership. You'll take ownership of cost estimates, collaborate closely with project stakeholders, and shape winning proposals for both tenant improvement and ground-up projects. If you thrive on accuracy, thrive under pressure, and are looking for a long-term home to grow your career-let's talk.
Who We Are
Pivotal Construction is a dynamic and fast-growing general contractor based in Kirkland, WA, delivering exceptional commercial and industrial construction projects across the U.S. We're known for our commitment to excellence, team-first culture, and a strong emphasis on internal growth. At Pivotal, your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and your success is celebrated.
Learn more at www.pivotal-gc.com
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and bid proposals for tenant improvement and ground-up construction projects.
- Analyze project documents, drawings, and specifications to determine material, labor, and timeline needs.
- Perform and validate quantity take-offs using current tools and software.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor/vendor pricing to ensure competitive and accurate scopes.
- Collaborate with project managers and superintendents to align scopes and schedules.
- Contribute to pre-construction planning and value engineering.
- Maintain and expand relationships with clients, trade partners, and vendors.
- Identify cost-saving strategies, risks, and opportunities for improved profitability.
- Leverage estimating tools such as Procore, PlanHub, BuildingConnected, and Bluebeam.
- Keep current with market conditions, construction methods, and pricing trends.
- 3+ years of estimating experience with a commercial general contractor.
- Demonstrated success with TI projects over $1M and ground-up projects over $5M.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, Procore, and BuildingConnected.
- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple bids and meet deadlines.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
- Base Salary: $105,000-$125,000 per year (based on experience)
- Performance Bonus: Semi-annual bonus based on individual and company performance
- Vacation Stipend: $2,500 annual bonus following a qualified vacation (eligible after 6 months of employment)
- 401(k): Employer Safe Harbor contribution of 3% with employee deferral option
- Health Benefits: 100% employer-paid for employee coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance); option to add family at employee's expense
- Disability Coverage: Group and individual plans available
- Time Off:
- 3 weeks (120 hours) of vacation annually, accrued semi-monthly
- 50 hours of sick leave per year
- Full-Time - Monday to Friday
- This is an onsite position based in Kirkland, WA.
- Pivotal Construction
- Kirkland, WA (In-person role at corporate office or project locations as needed)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Compliance Notice
A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.
#MGC25
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