Estimator, Engineering, Civil Engineering

Pence Contractors – Estimator

Location:

Portland, OR

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The Estimator evaluates bid documents, drawings, plans, and specifications, ensuring that we have the information required for a successful bid and project win. The Estimator will work effectively with the Design Team, General Contractor, Subcontractors and Project Team to ensure bidding timelines are met. Through successful and reliable bids, the Estimator helps build Owner, Contractor, and Subcontractor relationships that are positive and long‑term.

• Understand and evaluate all bid documents and proposal requirements.
• Have a complete understanding of drawings, plans, specifications, scopes of work, and other necessary construction documents to ensure a complete and thorough estimate.
• Attend project site pre‑bid meetings, site tours, and post‑bid interviews as required.
• Compile an organized, accurate, concise takeoff and estimate.
• Perform a constructability review in partnership with project teams.
• Perform specification review and identify cost for materials and processes specified.
• Perform project schedule review, identifying key risks within the schedule (e.g., long‑lead procurement items).
• Prepare trade‑specific scopes and subcontractor bid packages and analyze bids.
• Ensure all documents required for full bid proposal are obtained, including project insurances and builder’s risk and bonds.
• Develop accurate bid clarifications and assumptions related to the scope of work.
• Develop and prepare conceptual estimates with minimal subcontractor assistance using limited preliminary design documents/information.
• Qualify and level subcontractors’ proposals according to project specifics.
• Show creativity and resourcefulness to gain better pricing from subcontractors.
• Organize the work, plan, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Assist with pre‑construction services including preliminary budgets, cost analysis, value‑engineering ideas and cost reduction techniques.
• Submit bids and budgets by the bid deadline.
• Solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and vendors.
• Consistently follow up on submitted bids and budgets with Architect and/or Project Managers.
• Work independently on projects and with other team members.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with team and others involved in the estimating process.
• Partner with project teams to ensure project start‑up requirements are met.
• Turn over bid documents and subcontractor buyouts to the project team.

• BS in Construction Engineering Management or equivalent; ASPE membership/certification preferred.
• At least 5 years of estimating experience in the construction industry.
• Exceptional conceptual estimating skills.
• Ability to estimate all divisions in detail.
• Working knowledge of MEP trades.
• Strong skills with estimating software programs (e.g., Sage Precis ions, OnScreen Takeoff, Microsoft Project).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional communication & interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work both as a team player and independently.
• Must work in a timely and efficient manner with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Excellent organizational & time‑management skills.

• We forge relationships with mutual respect.
• We are driven to constantly improve.
• We succeed together.
• We give of ourselves to fulfil our purpose.
• We keep our promises, even when no one is looking.
• We care for the safety and wellbeing of people.