What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infrastructure Construction Estimator position at Cannon Construction?
Job Summary: We are hiring a mid-level Infrastructure Estimator to support federal telecommunications and infrastructure projects. This role focuses on developing accurate, competitive cost estimates for complex telecom and site infrastructure work. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, experienced with Accubid, and comfortable collaborating across teams in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review project specifications, plans, and drawings for federal telecommunications and infrastructure projects
- Prepare detailed estimates for labor, materials, and equipment using Accubid and Bluebeam
- Collaborate with engineers and project managers to develop and refine project bids
- Evaluate project risks and recommend cost-effective mitigation strategies
- Ensure compliance with NEC and applicable local code requirements
- Support proposal development and participate in occasional site visits or pre-bid meetings
Required Qualifications:
- Experience using Accubid (required)
- Experience estimating telecommunications infrastructure projects
- Ability to interpret project plans, specifications, and scopes of work
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Electrical experience preferred, with general knowledge of NEC and code compliance
- Experience with design-build projects
- Previous work on federal or military installations (e.g., Joint Base Lewis-McChord)
- Familiarity with Bluebeam or similar takeoff software
Why Join Us:
- Competitive salary aligned with market rates for mid-level estimators in the Pacific Northwest
- Opportunity to work on large-scale federal and military infrastructure projects
- Career growth in a stable and in-demand industry
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
Schedule:
- Full-time
- Occasional travel required
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (Based on experience)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and LTD
- PTO from Day One 8 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Family-friendly work environment
- Career growth and training opportunities
- Fun company culture with sports events, kick-off parties, and team-building activities
Work Location
- Onsite at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
About Cannon Companies
Established in 1985, Cannon Companies is a nationwide leader in telecommunications, electrical, and civil infrastructure. We proudly serve commercial and federal clients, and our values-Safety, Quality, Teamwork, and Integrity-guide everything we do. Our people are our priority, and we invest heavily in their growth.
Salary : $85,000 - $110,000