Construction & Paving Estimator

Construction & Paving Estimator at Coast Pavement Services

We are looking for a skilled Construction & Paving Estimator to join our team in Sherwood, Oregon. The ideal candidate will have field experience, strong time‑management skills, and a background in selling pavement maintenance services.

Coast Pavement Services, founded in 1970, is a full‑service pavement and excavation company passionately committed to caring for your pavement and the greater environment. We believe it is our responsibility to "pave it forward" for future generations. Our work includes paving, excavation, sweeping, coatings, striping, signage installation, and more. We have completed thousands of projects for developers, cities, business owners, homeowners, and others.

This position is responsible for assisting in the development of timely bid proposals and accurate estimates for both private and public‑sector pavement maintenance projects.

• Review drawings, specifications and proposed project site conditions to create final project estimates.
• Seek out alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bid.
• Determine, review, and validate "take‑off" quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.
• Utilize existing cost history as a reference to complete estimates.
• Continually analyze and evaluate bidding risks, strategies, and positioning with the team.
• Communicate estimate information to project superintendents and foremen to ensure understanding of project scope and critical methods for budget compliance.
• Maintain healthy business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the regional market.
• Provide current and prospective customers professional service, including design, planning, and pricing assistance.
• Coordinate with superintendents and project coordinators to establish and communicate project schedules to crew and customers.
• Participate in weekly sales meetings with accurate information to build the company forecast.
• Work with office staff to review and process financial aspects of contracts (e.g., customer invoices, insurance requests, collections).
• Be familiar with or quick to learn standard organizational software such as Microsoft Office Suite, Measure Map, Stack, Bitumio, and others.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering OR demonstrated project management/estimating work history and related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 3—5 years of construction field support/management experience.
• Minimum 1—2 years of construction estimating support, engineering, or similar experience.
• Field experience is considered a significant advantage.

• Company conducts post‑offer, pre‑employment drug screening and Motor Vehicle Report.
• Valid & current Driver’s License and Clean Motor Vehicle Report; 21 years of age required to drive.
• Ability to lift and carry 10–50 pounds occasionally.
• Charismatic & respectful personality capable of influencing, selling, and building relationships.
• Hearing and speaking ability sufficient to converse with individuals or groups in person and over the phone.
• Vision sufficient to read and produce printed material and information on a computer screen.
• Ability to sit, stand, drive, and walk for 2–10 hrs per day.

Base salary (DOE) plus annual commission/bonus. Our average office tenure is 9+ years, reflecting the stability and reward of working with us.

• Excellent benefit package.
• Health, Dental, and Vision—employee and dependent coverage premiums 100% employer paid.
• Long‑Term Disability—employer paid.
• Death and Dismemberment—employer paid, includes spouse and dependent children.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Pre‑tax and Roth Deferrals.
• 4% Safe Harbor employer match (100% vested).
• Performance‑based annual bonus.
• Managed vacation time.
• Sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Company vehicle with gas card OR mileage reimbursement.

Based out of our Sherwood, Oregon location, with service coverage predominantly in the Portland/Vancouver Metro area.

Coast Pavement Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.