Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Estimator Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend pre-bid job walks
• Review project documents, specifications, and plans to gain a thorough understanding of project requirements
• Prepare project estimates, issue RFIs throughout the bid process and submit bids
• Assist with project management, prepare construction schedules and generate work plans
• Provide own transportation
• Be willing to travel for site visits

• Education Requirement:
  High school diploma or GED
• Level of
  
  Experience:
  
  Construction Estimating – 5 years

• Knowledge of organizational procedures and workflows and how work moves through a company
• Basic knowledge of relevant technologies or tools such as Microsoft 365, communication platforms, or industry standard software
• Knowledge of customer service practices and principles for providing quality service and managing inquiries professionally
• Knowledge of data privacy and confidentiality principles and proper handling of sensitive information
• Communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to convey information clearly and professionally
• Time management and prioritization skills for balancing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines
• Problem‑solving and critical thinking skills for analyzing issues and selecting appropriate solutions
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills for building rapport and collaborating effectively with others
• Attention to detail to produce accurate, error‑free work

• Construction Management – 3 years
• Primavera P6 Software – 1 year
• Microsoft Excel – 5 years
• Microsoft Project – 5 years
• Heavy Bid Software – 1 year
• Driver's License (Preferred)

This position will not have supervisory responsibilities.

This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation "safety‑sensitive" functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness.

Ability to walk and navigate construction sites, including uneven surfaces.

Capable of standing, sitting, and moving for extended periods.

Occasional climbing of stairs or ladders for site inspections.

Ability to lift/carry up to 2030 lbs (plans, tools, equipment).

Visual acuity to read blueprints, documents, and digital screens.

Manual dexterity for computer work and basic measuring tools.

Ability to communicate effectively, including in noisy environments.

Capacity to work in outdoor and construction site conditions (weather, dust, noise) with PPE.

Ability to travel to job sites and meetings as needed.

The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of situational awareness.

Split between office settings and active construction sites.

Frequent use of computers, estimating software, and technical documents.

Regular site visits with exposure to weather, noise, dust, and hazards (with PPE).

Interaction with project teams, clients, and contractors.

May require local travel and occasional extended work hours to meet deadlines.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre‑employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance levels required and must also be able to obtain access to military installations.

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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