Estimator Assistant

Company Overview

JOIN THE WEST COAST’S PREMIER SUSTAINABILITY-DRIVEN INFRASTRUCTURE COMPANY. OWN YOUR FUTURE AT PRS. Founded in 1989, PRS has grown from a pioneering force in cold in-place recycling to a full-service, sustainability-driven infrastructure company. With operations across the Western U.S., we’ve led the industry in reducing environmental impact while delivering unmatched pavement solutions in a variety of settings. These include roadways, major civic projects, and commercial real estate. Wherever there’s pavement, there’s PRS.

Position Overview

The Estimating Assistant provides essential support to Pavement Recycling Systems by managing bid administration, coordinating proposal development, facilitating client communications, and contributing to market intelligence, operations, and administrative activities. This cross-functional position promotes disciplined bid management, responsive client service, and seamless transitions from estimating through project execution.

 

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Northern Region master bid list, ensuring schedules, deadlines, addenda, and submission requirements remain accurate and current
• Monitor bid advertisements, agency postings, and procurement calendars forcold in-place recycling (CIR), full-depth reclamation (FDR), stabilization, and milling opportunities
• Prepare post-bid analyses, including bid spreads, award results, and competitor trends
• Prepare and issue daily rental proposals for milling and recycling services
• Maintain current rate sheets, proposal templates, and historical pricing records
• Follow up with agencies and clients to confirm proposal outcomes and obtain meaningful feedback
• Serve as a primary point of contact for service inquiries, rental requests, and prospective sales opportunities
• Support Business Development and Marketing initiatives through coordinated outreach and the preparation of marketing materials
• Conduct in-person customer visits to strengthen relationships, understand client needs, and identify sales opportunities
• Assist with delivering complete project information packages following award
• Facilitate an efficient transition from estimating to field execution
• Assist with work-order setup, billing package preparation, and supporting documentation
• Support document control, scheduling, file management, and internal reporting
• Maintain clear, timely communication among Estimating, Business Development, and Operations

 

Qualifications

• Must be PC literate and proficient in all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook etc), Adobe Pro
• Prior experience in construction, estimating support, sales coordination, or related administrative role is preferred
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and consistent followthrough
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with clients and internal teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and foundational data analysis

 

Education and/or Experience

• 2+ years’ experience in the construction industry with basic understanding of the bidding process and public agency requirements 

• High School Diploma/GED required 

• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree preferred 

 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, feel, operate objects, tools, and controls. The employee is required to reach and extend the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. The employee is regularly required to stand, hold sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, squat, bend, crouch, or crawl; and smell.  

• Frequently lift 10 pounds and occasionally lift 25 pounds. The employee should be able carry from floor level to waist level; also push/pull objects with similar force. 

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, disability or protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

Why Join

ESOP Retirement Benefits are extended to all employees with participation after one year of service. A typical discretionary annual company contribution can range from 10% to 15% of your annual salary. 401K Retirement Benefits are extended to all Non-union employees. Health, Dental, and Vision as well as other supplemental health insurance. PTO and Holiday Pay. Opportunities for career advancement. On the job training provided to all employees. Work for an industry leader in various disciplines and markets.

Salary Range

USD $32.00 - USD $36.00 /Hr.