Chief Estimator

Pavement Recycling Systems Inc; California; On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP program

401K retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Holiday pay

Career advancement

On-the-job training

Job summary

PRS Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Chief Estimator in California to lead the estimating department, finalize budgets, and coordinate with operations for seamless project handoffs.

The role involves developing full-scope estimates, evaluating bids, and guiding junior estimators on best practices. The candidate should have 10–15+ years in preconstruction/estimating for commercial projects, a related bachelor's degree, fluency in English, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a construction estimator.
• Good understanding of accounting and project management concepts.
• Strong knowledge of bid software and cost estimation methods.
• Able to read architectural plans and develop cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating team and manage the entire estimate deliverable process.
• Develop full-scope estimates and unit costs.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor pricing and vendor input.

Skills

Estimating experience

Construction estimating

Bid software

Cost analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Bid2Win

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

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 Chief Estimator is responsible for managing the estimating department, review of all estimates, assist in preparation of estimates, finalizing budgets, and communicating with operations for a seamless transfer of information on all construction projects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Works with estimators and project management teams to develop sections of schematic, design development and construction documents including soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids, scopes of work, reviewing project plans and specifications for various categories of work both large and small
• Leads estimating team with timely roll-out and execution of the entire estimate deliverable process
• Conducts initial analysis of drawings and specifications to ensure required documentation is present and determine scope of work
• Develops full-scope estimates
• Critically analyzes bid documents and understand risk and opportunities and articulate those to management
• Organizes the bid team, providing leadership and direction with regards to means and methods, schedule, and strategy
• Participates in technical proposals for Alternative Delivery projects
• Creates detailed crew and production cost estimates and review prices with estimating team
• Solicits and analyzes subcontractor and vendor pricing input when required
• Attends project site pre-bid meetings, site tours, and post-bid interviews as required
• Develops unit costs accurately
• Performs technical/plan review when required
• Accurately assesses and plans takeoff workload
• Gathers and monitors actual cost estimated cost, maintaining project cost history
• Manages and maintains subcontractor database and subcontractor
• Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Develops and trains new estimators

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a construction estimator
• Good understanding of accounting and project management concepts
• Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis and estimation metrics
• Comfortable with numbers and technology
• Exceptional knowledge of bid software
• Great attention to detail
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Well-organized

Education and/or Experience

• 10-15+ years’ experience in preconstruction/estimating and/or operations on commercial construction projects
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction science or related field or equivalent work experience
• Able to read architectural plans and develop cost estimates
• Knowledge and efficiency in the following Software: Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Bid2Win
• Strong understanding of public works construction
• Must have good business written and oral communication skills and effective listening skills
• Must be fluent in English
• Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Strong customer service skills
• Able to multi-task and meet strict deadlines

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 $150,000.00 - USD $180,000.00 /Yr.

Company Description

PRS Holdings, Inc.(PRSI) is an employee-owned company offering professional opportunities and lifelong benefits - it is a place you can build a career. We se