Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Job Title:

Estimator

Job Description

Actalent is seeking to hire a skilled Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate will perform quantity takeoffs for concrete materials, labor, and equipment. This role involves reading and outlining project specifications, recording data, and utilizing an estimate template to determine costs for labor, materials, subcontractors, and other related items. The Estimator will procure quotes from vendors and subcontractors, analyze historical project data to assess current project costs, and contribute to future project planning.

Responsibilities

* Perform quantity takeoffs for concrete materials, labor, and equipment.

* Read and outline project specifications.

* Record data and information into an estimate template to determine costs.

* Procure quotes from vendors and subcontractors.

* Analyze historical project data to help determine current project costs.

* Record project data to assist with future projects.

* Participate in preconstruction handoff meetings with Project Managers.

* Compare drawing revisions and quantify changes for updated bids and change orders.

* Participate in pre-bid job walks and site visits.

Essential Skills

* Experience in construction estimation and bidding.

* Proficiency with estimating software, onscreen takeoff, and construction drawings.

* Strong skills in construction estimating, particularly in concrete, structural steel, and metal stud takeoffs.

* Ability to read and understand construction blueprints/drawings.

* Familiarity with Bluebeam, Procore, and Tekla.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* 1-3 years of experience in construction management, with a preference for concrete projects.

* At least 1 year of experience estimating construction projects, with concrete knowledge being a plus.

* Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

* Familiarity with Procore, Onscreen Takeoff, and Bluebeam.

Work Environment

This is an in-office position with limited site visits and job walks. You will be part of an estimating team that includes two other Estimators and a Project Coordinator. Enjoy a non-repetitive work environment with consistent projects across various types, including data centers, art and science buildings, and experimental foundries. Work within one of the largest concrete contractors in Oregon, offering stability and growth potential.

If interested and qualified, please submit an updated resume with your application!

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

100% Paid Medical Dental Vision benefits Bonus' paid based on company's performance Very consistent work, one of the largest specialty contractors in Oregon Target many different types of projects so it's not repetitive

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.