Estimator II

Job Description

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Estimator II for its Spokane, WA #554 operations based in Spokane, WA. This individual will perform estimating duties for PCI scopes of work.

Job responsibilities include:

• Perform quantitative takeoffs on construction projects


• Establish labor productivities for estimate


• Maintain positive relationships with area vendors for competitive material and equipment pricing


• Solicit subcontractor pricing for work done outside of our self-performing group


• Understand the market conditions including competitive approach, backlog, level or risk for work, and other factors for establishing margin percentages


• Involvement in internal bid reviews with supervisors and project teams


• Participate in customer alignment objectives by creating and maintaining positive customer relations


• Contract administration for secured projects


• Utilize wage and benefit schedules


• Hand off secured projects to the Operations team


• Assist in other duties as assigned such as change order management or billings depending on the project(s)


• Support other members of the Estimating team for product line collaboration

Salary range: $94,000 - $126,000 annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program.

This position is safety sensitive.

Basic Requirements

• Must have at least 5 years’ experience estimating construction projects


• Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction


• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods


• Has a record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships


• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills


• Possess a high level of attention to detail and cost analysis skills


• Ability to accurately read project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of work


• Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwift


• Must have a sharp understanding of estimating techniques and the bidding process


• Ability to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independently


• Ability to learn new skills by engaging in technical job functions and applying new skills as they’re learned


• Possess critical-thinking and problem-solving skills

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline


• Experience with drywall, framing, and commercial interior finishes.


• OSHA certification


• Experience working with union representatives

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.