Construction Estimator

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Construction Estimator Job Description The Construction Estimator will prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for mechanical construction projects, with a strong focus on plumbing, HVAC, piping, and sheet metal systems. This role involves reviewing project documents, developing quantity take-offs, managing bids, and collaborating closely with project managers, engineers, and field teams to ensure alignment on scope, cost, and project goals. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to the growth of a newly established sheet metal division within a close-knit, long-tenured team. Responsibilities Contact and follow up with leads and customers to understand project scope, requirements, and expectations. Review and analyze project documents, including drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and schematics, to determine material and labor needs. Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for plumbing, HVAC, piping, and sheet metal systems on commercial construction projects. Develop comprehensive quantity take-offs and material and labor cost breakdowns for all relevant trades. Prepare and submit Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and complete bid packages within required deadlines. Identify and solicit pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, and perform comparison analyses to evaluate proposals. Maintain and regularly update historical cost data and pricing databases to support future estimates and budgeting. Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and client presentations as needed to clarify scope and strengthen proposals. Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, preconstruction staff, and field personnel to ensure alignment on project scope, constructability, and cost assumptions. Track and manage the status of bids, follow up on submitted proposals, and assist with project handoff to operations after award. Support change order estimating by analyzing scope changes and preparing revised cost impacts when required. Utilize construction estimating and project management software, including Excel, Quotesoft, Sage, and Microsoft Office, to produce and present estimates. Essential Skills At least 5 years of mechanical construction experience. At least 2 years of estimating experience in the construction industry. Strong experience with sheet metal and/or plumbing on commercial projects, including sectors such as healthcare, K-12, and data centers. Proficiency in Excel and construction estimating software such as Quotesoft and/or Sage. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and schematics. Strong construction estimating skills, including quantity take-offs, cost breakdowns, and change order pricing. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for estimate preparation and analysis. Solid understanding of preconstruction and project management principles related to estimating. Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy in cost calculations. Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience using dedicated construction estimating software in a mechanical contracting environment. Experience in estimating projects in healthcare, K-12, and data center environments. Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced setting. Comfort presenting estimates and scope clarifications in client or internal meetings. Interest in helping build and grow a sheet metal division from the ground up within a growing company. Strong organizational skills to maintain historical cost data and pricing databases. Demonstrated ability to support preconstruction planning and project handoff to operations. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clackamas, OR. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.26 - $62.50/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Clackamas,OR.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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