Job Description

Note: Only candidates local to Phoenix will be considered.

About EMJ:

At EMJ, we are more than just General Contractors — we are People Serving People. With over 50 years in business and a reputation as a recognized leader in the construction industry, we strive to provide unique value and an unmatched client experience by living our core values: Selflessness, Trustworthiness, and Grit.

Position Summary:

The Estimator at EMJ Construction plays a critical role in the bidding process, delivering accurate and competitive estimates that align with the company’s strategic objectives. This role requires in-depth analysis of project documentation and close collaboration with internal teams and external partners to ensure precision and efficiency in all bidding activities.

What You Will Be Doing in This Role:

Relationship Building:

- Build lasting relationships by demonstrating the highest level of ethics and integrity.

- Foster trust and confidence through open, frequent communication.

- Understand client values and align project activities to enhance the overall client experience.

Bid Solicitation:

- Engage subcontractors and suppliers to gather and evaluate bids.

- Ensure robust bid coverage and maintain strong relationships with trade partners.

Cost Analysis:

- Analyze project costs and identify value-engineering opportunities to enhance profitability.

- Develop bid packages with detailed cost breakdowns, scopes of work, and general conditions.

Trade Bid Leveling & Recommendations:

- Review and compare trade partner bids.

- Provide clear, strategic recommendations to the project team based on cost, scope, and qualifications.

Bid Preparation:

- Produce accurate, detailed project estimates based on drawings and specifications.

- Collaborate with project managers and team members to collect relevant bid information.

- Prepare bid-day estimates, including all qualifications and assumptions.

Buyout Support:

- Prequalify trade partners and suppliers using Compass.

- Conduct post-bid and pre-buy meetings.

- Verify accuracy of the posting estimate for accounting.

- Lead scope reviews and trade partner negotiations.

- Draft and track Subcontracts, Purchase Orders, and Owner Contracts.

- Lead estimate review and formal handoff to Project Manager and Superintendent.

Documentation & Communication:

- Maintain accurate records of all bid submissions and stakeholder communications.

- Clearly communicate bid strategies, risks, and updates to project teams and leadership.

What You Will Need For This Role:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred).

- Minimum of 5 years of relevant construction estimating experience.

- Strong ability to define expectations, prioritize, and meet deadlines.

- Expertise in areas such as: LEED and sustainability, Building codes and entitlements, Due diligence and tenant coordination, Construction plans and specifications.

- Proficiency in reading and analyzing soils reports and other technical project data.

- Working knowledge of building systems, site work, and construction cost components.

- Technical skills in: Microsoft Office, Procore, On-Screen Takeoff, Viewpoint, EarthWorks.

- Willingness to travel up to 10%.

- Compliance with all company safety policies and participation in required safety training.

Why Join EMJ?

EMJ offers competitive pay and benefits, a strong work/life balance, a best-in-class office environment, and a culture that recognizes and rewards entrepreneurial spirit.

Think you have what it takes to join our team?

Visit to learn more about our legacy and our mission of People Serving People.

EMJ is an AA/EOE and E-Verify employer.

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