Project Estimator

About the role

The Project Estimator position at STG Pacific LLC is responsible for identifying bidding opportunities, preparing detailed cost estimates, and managing all preconstruction estimating activities for potential design/build and construction projects throughout Alaska.

Responsibilities

• 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 factors—scope, logistics, schedule, and project constraints—are 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction required.
• Four (4) years of related project management or estimating experience required.
• Experience preparing budgets, cost estimates, and project financial analyses.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and project-related software.
• Experience with USACE, NAVFAC or other federal government branches.
• Valid state driver’s license and must be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of Company’s Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass drug, driving and background screenings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HCCS “HeavyBid” and or Timberline / Sage software preferred.

Benefits

Competitive wages and bonus programs, mentorship program, tuition reimbursement, health insurance, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, life insurance, AD&D, LTD, STD, accident, cancer/critical illness, whole life insurance, paid time off, 401(K) match, and more.

Pay

Regular Pay Range: $125,000 - $175,000

Schedule

This is a U.S. based remote position. Applicants must reside and be authorized to work in the United States. Preferred locations: Alaska, Washington, Oregon and California.