Chief Estimator

Clark Construction Group; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Estimator / Preconstruction Executive to lead its Civil operations in San Francisco. This role involves overseeing the Estimating/Preconstruction Department, preparing budgets and bids, and managing a team of estimators to ensure accuracy and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in heavy civil estimating, a passion for innovative solutions, and a commitment to ethical practices. Join a company that values teamwork and is dedicated to delivering impactful projects that strengthen communities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects while growing in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement/401k Plan

Life Insurance

Commuter Benefit

Tuition Reimbursement

Fitness Reimbursement

Short & Long Term Disability

Back-up Daycare

EAP/Work-Life Assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of heavy civil estimating experience required.
• Proficient in various estimating disciplines and software.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of estimates for multi-discipline projects.
• Supervise and train other estimators, ensuring accuracy in bids.
• Develop strategies for subcontractor and vendor solicitation.

Skills

Heavy Civil Estimating

Cost Control

Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Knowledge

Risk Management

Detail Orientation

Education

Undergraduate degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software

Excel

Bluebeam

AGTek

Building Connected

Microsoft Word

Job description

Clark is seeking an experienced Chief Estimator / Preconstruction Executive to lead our San Francisco Civil operations. The Estimating/Preconstruction Department is responsible for preparing budgets and bids for all Clark Civil SF projects, and for continuous preconstruction on awarded projects that are in the development phase. The responsibilities of the Estimating/Preconstruction Department include compiling qualified bidders lists, issuing invitations to bidders, soliciting bids, preparing estimates, quantifying and pricing labor and materials, receiving bids, and reviewing bids to prepare total project costs. This key member of our team will passionately lead the development of creative, innovative solutions to construction challenges and enjoy the acquisition of winning profitable work.

Responsibilities

1. Maintain high standards of professionalism and ethical behavior when representing the Company.
2. Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to lead estimators in preparing time, cost, and labor estimate for projects under various delivery methods.
3. Lead preparation of estimates for multi-discipline projects including understanding scope and accurate quantities.
4. Supervise and train other estimators.
5. Lead a team during the estimating process including executive review and estimating meetings.
6. Develop Subcontractor and Vendor solicitation strategies to create value for the bid.
7. Lead meetings with Subcontractors/Vendors to ensure complete scopes and aligned strategies.
8. Perform risk and contract management responsibilities as required on bids.
9. Lead the development of minority participation strategies to achieve project requirements.
10. Review total estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation.
11. Manage information system to compare estimated costs to actual costs.
12. Research and lead process of continuous improvement in developing more efficient estimating methods.
13. Examine construction sites and observe unusual or challenging conditions.

Basic Qualifications

1. Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management or related degree preferred but not required.
2. 10+ years of heavy civil estimating and cost control related experience.
3. Wide range of public agency and private client experience highly preferred.
4. Proficient at a wide range of estimating disciplines.
5. Passionate about profession, dedicated to winning work and willing to take pride and ownership of work product.
6. Field experience is desirable.
7. Demonstrate the ability to lead multiple projects and pursuits at any given time.
8. Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
9. Software: Excel, Heavy Bid, Bluebeam, AGTek, Building Connected.
10. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
11. Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
12. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task.
13. Must be detail oriented, technically sound and have good communication skills.
14. Must be familiar with both conceptual, detailed, and self-perform estimating.
15. Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams & Followership, Sets Direction & Executes.

Clark Civil

Clark Civil performs heavy/civil work including airport, heavy rail, light rail, bridges, interstate road work, electrical substations, water and wastewater treatment, and facilities projects ranging from $10 million to $500 million. Clark Civil delivers projects through a variety of contracting methods, including design/build, construction manager at-risk, and general contracting. With a staff of over 20 percent professional engineers, Clark Civil's projects are led by an experienced heavy/civil technical staff and supported by a multidisciplinary, in-house team. Clark Civil is a division of Clark Construction Group, LLC.

Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $110,000-220,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live.

With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together.

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Authorization to Work

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full - time basis in order to be considered.