Estimator

Overview

Estimate and bid on construction service jobs, handling 20+ quotes weekly.

Key Responsibilities

• takeoffs
• bid packaging
• vendor coordination
• data management
• volume estimating
• pricing guardrails

Tasks

Deliver timely, accurate estimating across all Desert Services lines (SWPPP, temporary fence, roll-offs, portable restrooms, street sweeping, water trucks, site cleaning). You’ll handle 25+ bids per week with clean handoff on award and proactive follow-ups with GCs and supers. -Market awareness: Track labor/material trends; flag pricing updates. -Scope & takeoffs: Review plans/specs, photos, and site info; occasional site walks / pre-cons for larger or specialty jobs. -Quality & records: Keep estimating and CRM files tidy; maintain historical data. -Vendor/sub coordination: Solicit pricing where needed (disposal, materials, rentals). -Bid packaging & follow-ups: Issue timely, accurate proposals; follow up to close. -Estimate at volume: Prepare lump sum, unit-rate, and T&M quotes; target 20+ per week. -Pricing within guardrails: Use DS standard price sheet; adjust within pre-approved ranges; escalate exceptions for approval.

Requirements

• communication
• detail oriented
• estimating
• bachelor's degree
• takeoff
• driver's license

What You Bring

KPIs & Metrics -Clear, direct communicator, comfortable speaking with GCs/supers. -Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. -In-person with remote flexibility (1-2 days/wk). -3–5+ years of construction estimating (any trade/GC/sub—service-trade a plus). -Bachelor’s degree preferred (CM, engineering, business or similar). -Read plans/specs; strong math and takeoff skills. -Valid driver’s license, comfortable on active jobsites. -Customer response times (less than 24hr)

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Benefits

-Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, boot allowance, paid paternity/maternity leave. -Base: $85,000–$110,000+. -Occasional Phoenix metro-area site walks. -Bonus: performance plan tied to quotes/month and win rate/margin.

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