Alpha Construction Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description
The Opportunity
Alpha Inc. is looking for an Estimator who understands that winning projects starts long before bid day.
This is not a spreadsheet-punching role for someone who simply counts quantities and submits numbers.
This is a high-impact position for a builder-minded professional who can identify opportunities, uncover risks, develop strategic pricing, build relationships, and help Alpha secure the projects that shape Hawai?i's future.
You'll be responsible for transforming plans, specifications, production assumptions, subcontractor input, market intelligence, and field realities into winning strategies and highly competitive bids.
If you're the kind of estimator who catches what others miss, asks the questions others overlook, and understands that precision creates profit, this may be your next career-defining opportunity.
About Alpha Inc.
Founded and grown in Hawai?i, Alpha Inc. is a locally owned leader in heavy civil construction, renewable energy, concrete services, drilling, and infrastructure solutions.
We build projects that strengthen island communities for generations-with precision, purpose, and pride.
Everything we do is guided by our core values:
Lead with Heart
We lead with humility, integrity, empathy, and respect.
Strength in Unity
We believe the best results come from aligned teams working toward a common goal.
Alpha Mentality
We embrace accountability, grit, continuous improvement, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
As an Estimator, you'll bring these values into every pursuit, every estimate, every client interaction, and every project opportunity that carries the Alpha name.
What You Will Do
As Estimator, you'll play a critical role in fueling Alpha's growth by identifying opportunities, developing competitive estimates, evaluating risk, and helping position the company to win profitable work across both public and private-sector projects.
Own the Bid Process
Review and analyze plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, bid documents, addenda, and project requirements.
Develop comprehensive estimates, bid packages, schedules, and executive summaries that support strategic decision-making.
Perform and coordinate quantity takeoffs with careful consideration of site logistics, access constraints, production rates, phasing requirements, and constructability.
Maintain estimate accuracy while balancing competitiveness and profitability.
Pursue the Right Opportunities
Monitor government procurement platforms, industry publications, client pipelines, and market activity for upcoming projects.
Identify opportunities early and help position Alpha before projects formally enter procurement.
Support business development efforts through market awareness, relationship-building, and strategic opportunity tracking.
Contribute to go/no-go evaluations and pursuit strategies.
Build Relationships That Win Work
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and industry partners.
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
Perform bid leveling and scope comparisons to ensure complete and accurate coverage.
Secure multiple qualified quotations whenever practical to maximize competitiveness and minimize risk exposure.
Protect Profit Before Construction Begins
Evaluate scope gaps, document inconsistencies, schedule risks, production challenges, material fluctuations, and site conditions that may impact project outcomes.
Challenge assumptions and validate pricing strategies before submission.
Help ensure Alpha wins the right projects at the right price with the right execution plan.
Collaborate Across the Organization
Partner closely with operations leaders, project managers, superintendents, executives, subcontractors, and vendors.
Translate technical complexity into clear business decisions.
Support seamless transitions from preconstruction to operations.
Bring the mindset of a builder to every estimate and every pursuit.
What You Bring
You are analytical, competitive, relationship-driven, and obsessed with details.
You understand that successful estimates aren't just accurate-they're strategic.
Experience

• 3-5 years of Heavy Civil Construction estimating experience required.
• Experience estimating infrastructure, sitework, utility, earthwork, renewable energy, concrete, or related civil construction projects preferred.
• Experience with public-sector and private-sector procurement processes strongly preferred.
• Experience managing subcontractor outreach, bid leveling, scope review, and quote analysis.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent construction, estimating, or industry experience may be considered.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with HeavyBid and HeavyJob required.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, contracts, and regulatory requirements.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong capabilities in quantity takeoffs, estimate development, bid packaging, and proposal preparation.

Mindset & Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence to challenge assumptions and ask difficult questions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Competitive drive balanced with integrity and professionalism.

Most importantly, you embody:
Lead with Heart
You build trust through honesty, accountability, and follow-through.
Strength in Unity
You understand that great bids are built through collaboration.
Alpha Mentality
You pursue excellence, own outcomes, and compete to win.
Why Alpha?
At Alpha Inc., we aren't simply bidding projects-we're helping build Hawai?i's future.
You'll join a team that delivers meaningful infrastructure, renewable energy, concrete, drilling, and civil construction projects throughout the islands.
You'll work alongside people who care deeply about quality, safety, innovation, and each other.
Most importantly, you'll have a direct impact on the projects we pursue, the clients we serve, and the communities we help strengthen.
This is more than an estimating role.
This is an opportunity to become part of the engine that drives Alpha's growth.
Benefits & Perks
Alpha Inc. offers a competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:
• 100% company-paid Medical/Dental/Vision (family coverage)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (vacation, personal, and sick time) that increases with tenure
• Paid holidays
• Weekly pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Eligible after 1 month of service (age 18+), with a Safe Harbor match (100% on the first 3%, 50% on the next 2%) with immediate vesting.
• Life & AD&D insurance (company-paid, with family coverage)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (24/7 confidential support)
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $500/year)
• Company-provided equipment (role dependent)
• Additional perks (Aflac supplemental coverage + employee discounts)
• Employee Ambassador Program: A dedicated, real-human support resource to help you navigate life's challenges-personal or professional-by connecting you to guidance, resources, and solutions when you need them most.
Benefits eligibility may vary based on role and employment status.
Requirements (Conditions of Employment)
Employment at Alpha Inc. is contingent upon:
• Completion of standard pre-employment screening.
• Successful completion of a background check conducted after a conditional offer; any prior issues will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis consistent with Hawai?i and federal law.
• Passing a drug test (for both full-time and part-time hires) conducted in line with Hawai?i statutory requirements.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; we are unable to sponsor employment visas. Employment eligibility will be verified upon hire.
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact us at careers@alphahawaii.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Alpha Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any protected status under federal or Hawai?i law, and we provide equal opportunity in all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, and training.
If you're the estimator who sees opportunities where others see plans-and turns precision into profitable wins-we're ready to build the future with you.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Employment at Alpha Inc. is contingent upon:

• Completion of standard pre-employment screening.
• Successful completion of a background check conducted after a conditional offer; any prior issues will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis consistent with Hawai'i and federal law.
• Passing a drug test (for both full-time and part-time hires) conducted in line with Hawai'i statutory requirements.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; we are unable to sponsor employment visas. Employment eligibility will be verified upon hire.
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact us at careers@alphahawaii.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Alpha Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any protected status under federal or Hawai'i law, and we provide equal opportunity in all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, and training.