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Junior Estimator

Actalent
Davenport, IA Contractor
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026

Junior Estimator

Job Description

We are seeking a Junior Estimator eager to grow within our company, with the potential to advance to a Senior Estimator position. The role primarily involves estimating on plumbing, piping, and HVAC projects. We value personality and culture fit above all, and we are committed to teaching the necessary skills. This position is ideal for recent graduates with a Construction Management degree, though we are also open to candidates with a 2-year Construction degree and up to three years of experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in our company’s success.

Responsibilities

  • Estimate costs for plumbing, piping, and HVAC projects.
  • Assist on large projects while independently managing smaller ones.
  • Collaborate with the team to learn and implement company systems.
  • Contribute to the company’s growth and success by playing an integral role.

Essential Skills

  • Degree in Construction Management (2-year or 4-year).
  • Experience in construction, estimation, project management, and mechanical engineering.
  • Familiarity with estimating software, particularly Trimble.
  • Exposure to CAD and Revit is beneficial.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Ties to the Davenport area are a plus.
  • Great personality and a strong culture fit.
  • Up to three years of relevant experience estimating
  • Experience in commercial construction, plumbing, piping, and HVAC.

Work Environment

The position requires onsite presence five days a week, with the potential for overtime when necessary for large projects. The work culture is family-oriented, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. The president is approachable and encourages open communication with everyone in the building.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Davenport, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.04 - $28.85/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 Davenport,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

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.

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