Construction Estimator – Multifamily & Commercial Bids

RIMEPRO INC; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive compensation bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and PTO

Flexible spending plans

Life and supplemental insurance

Educational reimbursement and student‑

Loan repayment assistance

Paid parental leave

Transportation allowance

Professional development and career

Job summary

RIMEPRO INC in San Francisco is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to support preconstruction with detailed budgets, takeoffs, and bid preparation for multifamily, commercial, aviation, infrastructure, seismic retrofits, historic restoration, and large-scale developments.

The candidate will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, and coordinate with subs and project teams to develop competitive bids and budgets.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of construction estimating experience preferred.
• Experience estimating projects for a commercial general contractor strongly preferred.
• Experience with multifamily, commercial, ground-up construction, renovations, or similar building projects.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings.
• Knowledge of construction materials, labor costs, building systems, and subcontractor scopes.
• Experience preparing conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, and value engineering recommendations.
• Understanding of construction scheduling, project buyout, contracts, and preconstruction processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, bids, and proposals for commercial and multifamily construction projects.
• Review architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and evaluate material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Develop conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, and cost projections throughout preconstruction.
• Manage subcontractor bid solicitation, bid leveling, scope reviews, and pricing comparisons.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and project stakeholders.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and provide cost-saving recommendations.
• Participate in design development meetings, preconstruction reviews, and client presentations.
• Evaluate project risks, constructability challenges, and potential cost impacts.
• Develop bid packages, scopes of work, and subcontractor procurement strategies.
• Assist with subcontractor buyout, contract negotiations, and purchase orders.
• Conduct jobsite visits to review existing conditions and project requirements.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Superintendents on sequencing, scheduling, and site logistics.
• Maintain accurate estimating records, bid documentation, and cost databases.
• Present estimates, budget updates, and pricing recommendations to leadership and clients.

Skills

Estimating accuracy

Reading drawings

Cost analysis

Bid strategy

Communication with team

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture

Tools

Destini

BuildingConnected

Primavera P6

CCTO

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

RIMEPRO INC in San Francisco is seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to support preconstruction with detailed budgets, takeoffs, and bid preparation for multifamily, commercial, aviation, infrastructure, seismic retrofits, historic restoration, and large-scale developments.

The candidate will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, and coordinate with subs and project teams to develop competitive bids and budgets.