Part-Time Construction and Specialty Trade Estimator
Kaiva Services is seeking a Part-Time Construction and Specialty Trade Estimator in Tulsa, OK
Location : Hybrid
Reports To : Director of Construction
Employment Type : Part-Time (potential to transition to full-time)
About Kaiva
Kaiva is a tribally owned 8(a), HUBZone, and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise federal contractor specializing in construction, cybersecurity, innovative services, and aerospace manufacturing.
Position Overview
Kaiva is seeking a Part-Time Construction Estimator to support our growing pipeline of federal projects. This role will focus primarily on construction estimation, but will also involve estimating low voltage systems and professional services.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for federal construction projects.
- Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and BIM models.
- Develop takeoff summaries and cost breakdowns to support estimates and procurement activities.
- Estimate low voltage systems, including structured cabling, security, audio video, access control and related technologies.
- Assist in estimating professional services for federal contracts.
- Analyze RFPs, RFQs, and federal project specifications to develop accurate and competitive estimates.
- Create and maintain bid schedules, track milestones, and ensure timely submission of estimates.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to clarify scopes, resolve discrepancies, and confirm pricing.
- Solicit, review, and evaluate multiple subcontractor proposals across all trades.
- Assist in developing preliminary project schedules, staffing plans, and budgets for awarded projects.
- Maintain cost databases, historical pricing, and takeoff records to improve estimate accuracy and efficiency.
- Support proposal teams with estimate breakdowns, bid narratives, and supporting documentation.
- Ensure all estimates and bid submissions align with FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific requirements.
Qualifications
Required :
Minimum 3 years' experience in construction estimating, preferably for federal projects.Proven experience performing accurate material and labor takeoffs for multiple trades.Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and statements of work.Knowledge of federal procurement processes, regulations, and contract types.Proficiency with Office 365, especially advanced Microsoft Excel functions.Strong organizational and time management skills, with experience tracking bid deadlines and managing multiple estimates simultaneously.Strong communication skills for working with internal teams, subcontractors, and federal clients.Ability to work independently and manage workload priorities under tight deadlines.Preferred :
Previous experience estimating projects for USACE, NAVFAC, the Air Force, and NPS.Experience with MATOC / MACC vehicles, ID / IQ contracts, and task order pricing.Familiarity with low voltage systems estimating.Estimate labor, material, and equipment costs for structured cabling, access control, CCTV, ISP / OSP fiber, mechanical, and electrical systems.Experience in professional services pricing for federal contracts.Background in working with tribally owned, 8(a), or small business federal contractors.Exposure to project management principles such as scheduling, resource allocation, and risk assessment.Tools & Technology
Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable :
Takeoff & Estimating Software : Bluebeam Revu, Planswift, RSMeans, Sage Estimating, ProEst.Office & Collaboration Tools : Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).PDF & Drawing Review : Adobe Acrobat Pro, AutoCAD (viewing / markup), or similar.Project Management Tools : Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana, or similar platforms for tracking bid progress and early project planning.Compensation & Benefits
Competitive hourly rate based on experience.Flexible part-time schedule.Potential to grow into a full-time position with benefits.Paid HolidaysJ-18808-Ljbffr