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Construction Estimator

Actalent
Newport, RI Other
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/21/2026

Estimator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Estimator to join our team. The successful candidate will analyze requirement documents, blueprints, and project plans, prepare material and labor cost estimates, and develop and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors. This role also involves managing bids, preparing detailed cost analyses using bid data, presenting estimates to management and stakeholders, and compiling and recording actual costs.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze requirement documents, blueprints, and project plans.
  • Prepare material and labor cost estimates.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors.
  • Manage bids from vendors and contractors.
  • Use bid data to prepare detailed cost analyses.
  • Present prepared estimates to management and stakeholders.
  • Compile and record actual costs.

Essential Skills

  • 4 years of experience working as an estimator in construction.
  • Proficiency in estimation software and tools.
  • Experience in commercial construction.
  • Strong project management skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mathematics, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as an Estimator in the construction industry.
  • Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $48.00/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 Newport,RI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2025.

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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $40 - $48

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