Required Skills & Experience
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, or equivalent professional experience. At least two years of experience developing conceptual and detailed cost estimates. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Professional communication and relationship-building skills. Self-starter who can work effectively with limited supervision. Ability to work onsite Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Must be authorized to work full-time in the United States. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Nice-to-Have Skills Experience using NetSuite. Experience using Bluebeam. Background in modular, multifamily, hotel, or light-commercial construction. Experience creating and maintaining estimating databases or cost libraries. Familiarity with value engineering and project cost-variance analysis. Ability to quickly learn new software and estimating platforms.
Benefits
Weekly direct deposit. Paid vacation and holidays. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) plan. Life insurance. Short-term and long-term disability insurance. No regular travel required. Opportunities for professional growth. Team-oriented, safety-focused work environment.
Job Description
A client of Insight Global is looking for a Project Cost Estimator to join their team in Boise, Idaho. This individual will develop accurate construction cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle, from early conceptual pricing through detailed project estimates. They will analyze project documents, monitor actual costs, perform variance analysis, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve project profitability and estimating accuracy. This is an onsite position with a salary range of $80,000–$105,000.
Responsibilities
Review architectural drawings, specifications, and project documents to understand project scope, requirements, and constructability. Prepare conceptual estimates, Rough Order of Magnitude pricing, detailed estimates, and cost models. Analyze labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead costs. Track actual production and project costs against original estimates and budgets. Conduct cost variance analysis and identify trends, risks, and cost-saving opportunities. Maintain drawings, revisions, specifications, bid documents, and other project records. Collaborate with Project Management, Business Development, Purchasing, Engineering, and Operations. Support value-engineering efforts to improve project profitability, efficiency, and constructability. Maintain estimating databases, cost libraries, historical data, and standardized procedures. Participate in bid reviews, project handoffs, and post-project evaluations. Build strong working relationships with clients, architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors. Identify opportunities to improve estimating processes, systems, and cross-functional collaboration.