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Vertical Construction Project Estimator

Calista Corporation

Anchorage, AKJob$125–175K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$125–175K/yr
Location
Anchorage, AK
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Vertical Construction Project Estimator identifies bidding opportunities and prepares detailed cost estimates for vertical construction and federal projects, including design-build work. The role leads quantity takeoffs, pricing, subcontractor quote evaluation, and preconstruction estimating, while coordinating with Project Managers on budgets and project requirements. The position is onsite in Alaska, with Anchorage preferred and Fairbanks also considered.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Vertical ConstructionConstruction EstimatingQuantity TakeoffsLabor and Material AnalysisCost ModelingFederal Construction RequirementsMicrosoft OfficeEstimating Software

Full job description

Pay Range: $125,000 - $175,000 Why choose us? As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses. Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self-determination for Alaska's Indigenous peoples. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social, cultural, and economic welfare of over 35,000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region. What does STG Pacific do? STG Pacific delivers vertical, horizontal, design-build, heavy industrial, and specialty foundation construction for government and commercial clients. Established in 2016, we've quickly built a reputation for high-quality construction, delivering on-time, on-budget results for the most complex projects in the industry. Our team leverages more than a century of combined staff experience to mentor new team members, helping you build both technical skills and professional networks. Together, we'll complete complex projects that strengthen communities and infrastructure throughout the Pacific region. STG Pacific is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States. What can you expect? As the Vertical Construction Project Estimator, you onsite in Alaska and will be responsible for identifying bidding opportunities, preparing detailed cost estimates, and managing preconstruction estimating activities for vertical construction and federal projects, including design/build opportunities. This role leads quantity takeoffs, labor and material pricing, subcontractor quote evaluation, and development of complete project estimates. You will work closely with Project Managers to align cost models with project requirements, budget constraints, and logistical considerations, and provides estimating support during both preconstruction and the construction phase when needed. Preferred location is Anchorage, AK however we are open to considering applicants in Fairbanks, AK as well. How will you do it? - Identify, evaluate, and track potential bidding opportunities in collaboration with Business Development and Project Management. - Review and analyze Request for Proposal (RFP) packages. - Participate in client discussions to clarify scope and project requirements. - Prepare complete cost estimates including quantity takeoffs, labor, materials, equipment, tools/consumables, transportation, and temporary living arrangements. - Analyze labor and material requirements to determine cost-efficiency of self-performing vs. subcontracting certain scopes. - Validate that all factorsspecifications, scope, logistics, schedule, and project constraintsare fully incorporated into estimates. - Solicit, evaluate, and analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes for integration into project estimates. - Develop and submit prequalification packages and scope letters. - Conduct site visits to verify scope, drawings, and logistical considerations; may require overnight travel. - Lead turnover meetings with Project Managers for successful bids. - Assist Project Managers in developing project budgets aligned with estimate parameters. - Support Project Management in pricing change orders and additional work. - Review all estimates (including those prepared by others) for completeness and accuracy. - Maintain estimating software and cost history databases. - Oversee management of historical cost records and benchmarking data. - Support STG Pacific's Health and Safety Program and adhere to all required practices. - Respond to safety observations and modify estimating or planning approaches when necessary. - Collaborate with Risk Management to resolve safety-related concerns raised during preconstruction review. - Serve as a professional point of contact for clients. - Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. - Seek and participate in professional development and training. - Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. - Perform other duties as assigned. Supervisory Functions: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities but may provide direction to estimating or project support personnel as needed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of vertical construction concepts, methods, and practices applicable to estimating, preconstruction and execution. Strong knowledge of construction estimating methods, quantity takeoffs, labor/material analysis, and cost modeling techniques. Knowledge of federal construction requirements and compliance. Advanced ability to use Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and laptop-based applications; ability to maintain and utilize estimating software.

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