What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Actalent?
Job Title: Construction Estimator
About the Role
Actalent is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Construction Estimator to join our team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in identifying project opportunities, preparing accurate bids, and supporting our preconstruction efforts. This is a great opportunity for someone with a couple of years of experience who’s ready to grow their career in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients through regular in-person and phone communication.
- Monitor plan centers daily to identify relevant projects in your assigned market.
- Analyze project drawings and specifications to determine material and equipment needs.
- Prepare accurate and timely project proposals aligned with customer requirements.
- Review bid documents for completeness and compliance.
- Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams to gather pricing, availability, and technical details.
- Ensure all bids are submitted on time and meet all requirements.
- Stay informed on federal, state, and local regulations impacting our industry.
- Participate in weekly team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
- Manage shifting priorities and schedules while maintaining professionalism and profitability.
Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in estimating, project coordination, or a related construction role.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with construction materials, equipment, and terminology.
- Proficiency with estimating software is a plus.
Top Skills
- Estimating & Bidding
- Blueprint Reading
- Construction Materials & Methods
- Project Coordination
- Vendor & Supplier Communication
- Time Management
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $43.00/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 Troutdale,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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 : $36 - $43