Estimating Assistant

Job Description

Job Summary

The Estimating Assistant provides administrative and technical support to the estimating team by preparing cost estimates, reviewing project documents, gathering pricing information, and maintaining bid records. This role helps ensure accurate and competitive project bids.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment
• Review blueprints, drawings, and project specifications
• Perform quantity take-offs and data entry
• Solicit and track vendor and subcontractor quotes
• Maintain and update cost databases and bid logs
• Prepare bid packages and submission documents
• Communicate with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Support post-bid analysis and project handoff documentation
• Organize and maintain estimating files and records

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or associate degree (Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred)
• 1-2 years of administrative or construction-related experience (preferred)
• Basic understanding of construction terminology and processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience with take-off software (e.g., Plan Swift, Bluebeam)
• Familiarity with project management systems
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills

This position includes comprehensive Benefits

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.