Estimator – Construction

Turn Your Construction Knowledge Into Winning Projects!

Are you a detail-oriented Estimator who enjoys analyzing plans, solving problems, and helping bring construction projects from concept to reality? This is an opportunity to put your estimating expertise to work, collaborate with experienced construction professionals, and play a key role in developing competitive, accurate project bids.

We’re looking for an Estimator with a strong understanding of construction costs, materials, labor, and field operations. Experience in heavy civil, geotechnical, or deep foundation construction is especially valuable, but the right construction estimating background and technical mindset can make a difference.

What You’ll Do

• Review construction plans, specifications, and bid documents to develop complete and accurate project estimates.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and evaluate project requirements.
• Calculate costs for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project expenses.
• Analyze project scope, construction methods, and potential cost considerations.
• Collaborate with operations and project management teams throughout the bidding process.
• Help identify project risks, clarify scope requirements, and support sound estimating decisions.
• Prepare organized bid documentation and ensure estimates are accurate, competitive, and complete.
• Apply your knowledge of construction means and methods to develop realistic project pricing.

What We’re Looking For

• Construction estimating experience, preferably in geotechnical, deep foundation, or heavy civil construction.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and bid documents.
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs and developing detailed cost estimates.
• Understanding of construction means and methods, labor requirements, equipment, materials, and project costs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with operations and project management teams.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive compensation: $75,000–$95,000 annually.
• Meaningful responsibility: Contribute directly to bid development and project success.
• Technical variety: Work through project plans, quantities, costs, and construction methods.
• Team collaboration: Partner with operations and project management professionals to develop effective bids.
• Career growth: Continue developing your estimating expertise in a construction-focused environment.

Ready for Your Next Opportunity?

If you have construction estimating experience and enjoy combining technical knowledge, cost analysis, and problem-solving, this could be the next step in your career.

Interested in learning more? Apply today and take the next step in your construction estimating career!

Qualified candidates can reach out directly:

christopher.shannon@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.