Estimator

ESTIMATOR – Build More Than Projects. Build a Career

Cornerstone General Contractors | Anchorage, Alaska

More than a job. An investment in you.

At Cornerstone, we don’t just build commercial projects; we build careers, teams, and long-term success. Since 1993, we’ve grown as a 100% Alaskan-owned company by focusing on cooperation, accountability, and doing things the right way.

We’re looking for an Estimator who wants more than pushing numbers; someone who wants to shape projects early, influence outcomes, and be part of a high-performing preconstruction team.

WHY ESTIMATING (WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS)

Estimating is one of the most dynamic and influential roles in construction.

You gain exposure to the entire building process from concept to completion while solving real problems every day and helping turn ideas into tangible, useful spaces. Estimators sit at the center of winning work, creating opportunity not just for themselves, but for entire teams and the company.

It’s a role that blends strategy, collaboration, and constant learning with the energy of competition and a clear path to leadership.

For people who are curious, driven, and want to make a real impact, estimating isn’t just a job; it’s an exceptional career.

WHAT YOU’LL DO (THE IMPACT YOU’LL HAVE)

This role sits at the center of preconstruction where your work directly shapes project success before construction even begins.

• Build detailed, competitive cost estimates from drawings and specifications

• Lead quantity take-offs and scope development

• Drive subcontractor engagement and bid strategy

• Partner with project managers, architects, and clients

• Contribute to value engineering and smarter project outcomes

• Help turn concepts into real, buildable plans

WHAT YOU BRING

We’re looking for people who bring both technical skills and a mindset for ownership and growth.

• 5 years of commercial construction experience (field or office)

• 3 years estimating vertical commercial projects

• Strong ability to read plans, specifications, and contracts

• Experience with takeoff software (E-Takeoff, OST, etc.)

• A mindset for accuracy, ownership, and collaboration

COMPENSATION

• $88,000 – $118,000 base salary (depending on experience)

• Up to 15% annual bonus tied to performance and company results

WHAT YOU GET (TOTAL REWARDS THAT ACTUALLY MATTER)

Health & Wellness

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families

• Plans backed by national carriers (BCBS, UHC, VSP, Express Scripts)

• Benefits designed to deliver real value; not just coverage on paper

• Wellness support that encourages long-term health and balance

Time & Flexibility

• Generous PTO

• Paid holidays company-wide break from Christmas through New Year’s

• Paid volunteer time

• A culture that respects personal time and sustainable performance

Your Future

• 401(k) with profit sharing of at least 3% or more depending on company performance

• Performance-based incentives aligned with company success

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

• Support for continued learning and development

Where We Go Beyond the Market

• Wellness stipend for real-life use

• Referral bonuses plus additional PTO

• Merit-based advancement (not tenure-based)

• Life-event support programs

• PTO donation program for team support

OUR CULTURE

We’re building a team of people who take ownership, perform at a high level, and hold each other accountable.

• Performance matters and it’s recognized and rewarded

• You have real ownership over your work and outcomes

• Collaboration across teams is expected

• Your impact is visible from preconstruction through delivery

• Growth is based on contribution, not tenure

WHY CORNERSTONE

Here’s what sets Cornerstone apart and why people choose to build their careers here.

• Fair, performance-based pay

• Strong, team-first environment

• Work that matters across Alaska

• A company that invests in your whole life