Estimator; Phoenix, AZ

Sunland Asphalt, one of the fastest growing construction companies in the southwest, is hiring a Project Estimator for the Phoenix Market. Become a key player in an aggressive and dynamic sales team and work alongside many of the most experienced and successful people in the industry.

• Competitive Weekly Pay and Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with Employer Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance and Community Involvement
• Comprehensive Health Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision
• Life/Disability Insurances
• Award Winning Peers & Projects
• Foundation Built on Safety

The Public Works Estimator is responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings to ensure we know everything required to successfully bid and win projects. The Estimator estimates and controls production costs by gathering and reviewing the necessary information for each project and works with Sales and Production Teams to compile competitive cost estimates.

• Perform all duties and responsibilities with Sunland's Core Values at the forefront.
• Quantify project amounts and components.
• Understand project/contract sites and restrictions.
• Work directly with Project Consultants to gather needed information to bid projects accordingly.
• Advocate for safety and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Estimating and Sales teams to appropriately bid projects.
• Collect and review proposals, blueprints, specifications and related documents to prepare and present estimates.
• Analyze proposals and requirements.
• Analyze past performance data and apply toward current bids.
• Solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and vendors.
• Identify labor, material and time requirements for each project.
• Compute costs by analyzing labor, material and time requirements.
• Participate in pre‑bid meetings.
• Use computer software to prepare estimates and supporting documentation.
• Manage personal Company Software estimating queue daily.
• Review bid requirements thoroughly.
• Catalog all information, notes and meetings in Company Software.
• Provide weekly estimating recap to the Estimating Manager.
• Serve as front‑line Company representative and provide excellent service to the customer and public.
• Follow up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received.
• Perform any other duties assigned (job description may change).

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Collaboration, communication proficiency and customer/client focus.
• Leadership, decision making and ethical conduct.
• Problem solving and thoroughness.
• Project management and time management.

• This is a safety‑sensitive position subject to the company's drug and alcohol policy and OSHA regulations.
• All employees must wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Act as a safety ambassador, enforce safe work practices and proactively identify and remedy hazards.

• Work at professional construction sites and offices using standard equipment.
• Communicate verbally and in person or by telephone.
• Read printed materials, signs, computer screens and directions.
• Lift, push, pull, carry, handle items up to 50 pounds.
• Climb stairs and/or ladders; balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead.
• Operate vehicles, trailers, machinery, equipment within safety guidelines.
• Work outdoors often for long periods in all weather.
• Exposure to chemicals, vapors, pollutants, viruses, noise, moving vehicles, dust/debris.

• Full‑time position; occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
• Willingness to travel to any and all job sites without exception.

• High school diploma or GED required;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years estimating experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years general construction experience.
• Ability to read and understand plans/blueprints.
• Excellent math skills.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in MS Office.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Fluent in English.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean motor‑vehicle record.
• Pass pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening and background check.

Sunland Asphalt is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not exhaustive and do not include setting corporate policy or managerial responsibilities.

Sunland Asphalt, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Sunland Asphalt is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Email  with accommodation requests.