Project Estimator

Company Overview

STG Inc. is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of more than 20 companies delivering construction, engineering and environmental solutions across the United States. The company specializes in infrastructure development in complex and remote locations, with projects including wind energy installations, communication towers, and power systems for remote communities in Alaska. Operations are guided by a mission to support the sustainable development of rural Alaska by delivering projects with high professionalism, innovation, safety and quality.

As a Project Estimator, you will work onsite in Anchorage, AK, identifying bidding opportunities, preparing detailed cost estimates, and managing all preconstruction estimating activities for potential design/build and construction projects throughout Alaska. The role leads quantity takeoffs, labor and material pricing, subcontractor quote evaluation, and development of complete project estimates. You will work closely with Project Managers to align cost models with project requirements, budget constraints and logistical considerations, and provide estimating support during both preconstruction and construction phases when needed.

• Identify, evaluate, and track potential bidding opportunities in collaboration with Business Development and Project Management.
• Review and analyze Request for Proposal (RFP) packages.
• Participate in client discussions to clarify scope and project requirements.
• Prepare complete cost estimates including quantity takeoffs, labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation and temporary living arrangements.
• Analyze labor and material requirements to determine cost‑efficiency of producing vs. purchasing components.
• Validate that all scope, logistics, schedule and project constraints are fully incorporated into estimates.
• Solicit, evaluate and analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes for integration into project estimates.
• Develop and submit prequalification packages and scope letters.
• Conduct site visits to verify scope, drawings and logistical considerations; may require overnight travel.
• Lead turnover meetings with Project Managers for successful bids.
• Assist Project Managers in developing project budgets aligned with estimate parameters.
• Support Project Management in pricing change orders and additional work.
• Review all estimates for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain estimating software and cost history databases.
• Oversee management of historical cost records and benchmarking data.
• Support health and safety program and adhere to all required practices.
• Respond to safety observations and modify estimating or planning approaches when necessary.
• Collaborate with Risk Management to resolve safety‑related concerns raised during preconstruction review.
• Serve as professional point of contact for clients.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Seek and participate in professional development and training.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervises the work of project management support staff, project foremen, and laborers assigned to their projects.

• Knowledge of field construction concepts, methods and practices applicable to estimating and preconstruction planning.
• Strong knowledge of construction estimating methods, quantity takeoffs, labor/material analysis and cost modeling techniques.
• Advanced ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and laptop‑based applications; ability to maintain and utilize estimating software.
• Understanding of schedules, interpretation of project constraints and collaboration with PMs during preconstruction and post‑award phases.
• Understanding of construction, architectural and building industry standards, specifications and procedures.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply contract documents, RFP packages, drawings, plans and technical specifications for estimating purposes.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimating, revenue models, cost‑to‑completion concepts and project financial forecasting.
• Knowledge of procurement…