Construction Estimator

JLM Strategic Talent Partners; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision and Dental

Paid Time Off

Job summary

JLM Strategic Talent Partners in Pasadena, California is seeking a qualified Project Engineer to manage civil construction projects. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in project engineering, thrive in a team environment, and communicate effectively. The role includes managing project timelines, budgets, and ensuring safety compliance. The compensation ranges from $40.00 to $60.00 per hour, along with comprehensive health benefits including insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5 years of verifiable field experience in project engineering or civil construction.
• Complete knowledge of job-site safety requirements and electrical codes.
• Proficient in using MS Office and technical applications.

Responsibilities

• Act as Company representative to existing customers.
• Manage existing projects, including reporting and responsibility for project P&Ls.
• Develop estimates through review of drawings and site visits.
• Prepare and manage construction projects, directing requirements, and complying with regulations.

Skills

Project engineering experience

Self-oriented and organized

Strong communication skills

Team-oriented

Ability to read and interpret plans

Proficient in MS Office

Knowledge of electrical codes

Familiar with OSHA standards

Tools

Project management software (ESub, Procore)

Bluebeam

Job description

WHO IS JLM STRATEGIC TALENT PARTNERS & WHAT IS OUR ROLE

We partner with National & International prime contractors to provide them with qualified talent they can trust. We accomplish this by sourcing & vetting high level career seeking candidates in the industry and matching them with our partners' current open roles. Our objective is to help our general contractor partners build out project teams for high level infrastructure projects across the US.

We aspire to partner with candidates who are eager to learn, grow, and progress in their career path while deepening their knowledge in their given field. We deeply value our partnerships and place great emphasis on maintaining strong relationships and long‑term hires. This is reflected in our competitive offerings to our hires, including:

• Ongoing HR support
• Competitive benefits packages including Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
• Our very own JLM Rewards incentive program

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Has a proven track record of project engineering and civil construction work.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Gets excited about construction projects and completing assignments on time.
• Is self‑oriented, organized, a great communicator, and approachable.
• Comfortable working within a team environment at the project site.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / SKILLS

• Act as Company representative to our existing customers.
• Manage existing projects, including creating submittals, work plans, all reporting, responsibility for project P&Ls, and supporting payroll certification documents.
• Meet with engineering and field crews to review production schedules and confirm all materials.
• Interface with General Foreman to ensure safe, efficient, & effective adherence to the job work plan and scope.
• Develop estimates through review of drawings, specifications, site visits, subcontractor reviews, and scope development meetings.
• Accomplish construction objectives by scheduling, communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and adhering to policies and procedures.
• Meet construction operational standards through development of plans and schedules.
• Meet construction financial standards by providing budget information, monitoring expenditures, identifying variances, and implementing corrective actions.
• Prepare construction projects by verifying estimates, project drawings, and specifications; establishing and disseminating schedules; awarding contracts; specifying materials and supplies.
• Complete construction projects by directing construction requirements; comparing construction results to plans; resolving problems.
• Work well with PMs and assist on current projects with all related materials and equipment orders.
• Provide construction progress reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing construction and budget data and trends.
• Avoid legal challenges by understanding and enforcing regulations; recommending new procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• 5 years of verifiable field experience (combination of field and office acceptable).
• Complete knowledge of current electrical codes, standards, and practices.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings.
• Complete knowledge of job‑site safety requirements and OSHA standards and practices.
• Proven computer proficiency with a strong aptitude for technical applications (proficient in MS Office, Google applications, project management software such as ESub and Procore, Adobe; ability to learn and operate new software; experience with Bluebeam a plus).

PERKS OF JOINING JLM

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as benefits including Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Life, and Paid Time Off.

Compensation: $40.00 – $60.00 per hour.

JLM is a DBE‑accredited agency specializing in finding world‑class talent and managing infrastructure project staffing needs. As the industry leader in staffing for architecture, engineering, and construction projects, JLM has 18,500+ pre‑vetted, highly‑skilled, and available people ready to power your project within 7 days.

EMPLOYER STATEMENTS

JLM is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.