Construction Project Estimator

Brascia Builders Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brascia Builders, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Project Estimator to join our Long Beach team.

The estimator will support preconstruction across commercial, healthcare, institutional, and specialty projects, delivering accurate estimates and competitive bids. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of estimating experience, strong knowledge of construction practices, proficiency with Bluebeam, Excel and estimating software, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, and specialty documents.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Excel, and estimating software; Procore experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design-development, and detailed estimates for commercial projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from plans and specs; analyze scope.
• Develop bid packages; solicit subcontractor and supplier proposals; manage bidder participation.
• Review subcontractor proposals for completeness, exclusions, scope gaps and overlaps.
• Participate in preconstruction activities including budgeting, constructability reviews, VE, and cost studies.
• Coordinate turnover of awarded projects with PMs and field teams; document assumptions and risks.

Skills

5+ years estimating experience

Strong communication

Analytical ability

Education

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

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Procore

Job description

Construction Project Estimator

Long Beach, CA, USA

About Brascia Builders

Brascia Builders, Inc. is a leading general contractor with a reputation for delivering challenging projects with unwavering attention to budget and timelines. Specializing in Healthcare (HCAI), Commercial Office/Corporate Campus, Institutional, Industrial and Hospitality construction; our staff is not only educated in building practices, but also the industries in which we build, helping us guarantee that projects run smoothly and satisfy all clients' needs. Our philosophy is to function like the construction branch of our clients' enterprise, working with owners, architects/engineers, government agencies and sub-contractors to produce results with the client's interest in mind. Brascia Builders, Inc., founded in 2009, is a forward-thinking commercial construction company committed to long-term growth, delivering exceptional service to our clients, and strengthening our community. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in craftsmanship, collaboration, and integrity, and we're looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Estimator to join our team.

Position Overview

Brascia Builders, Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator to support the company's preconstruction and estimating efforts across commercial, healthcare, institutional, and specialty construction projects. The Estimator will be responsible for developing accurate and competitive estimates, performing detailed quantity takeoffs, soliciting and analyzing subcontractor proposals, identifying scope gaps, and working collaboratively with operations and executive leadership throughout the pursuit and preconstruction process.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical estimating abilities with practical construction knowledge and understands how projects are actually built in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimating: Prepare conceptual, schematic, design-development, and detailed construction estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Quantity Takeoffs: Perform comprehensive quantity takeoffs and scope analysis from plans, specifications, narratives, and other project documents.
• Bid Management: Develop bid packages, solicit subcontractor and supplier proposals, manage bidder participation, and ensure appropriate trade coverage.
• Scope Review: Review subcontractor proposals for completeness, exclusions, qualifications, scope gaps, and potential overlaps.
• Bid Leveling: Prepare detailed bid comparisons and evaluate subcontractor proposals to determine complete and competitive coverage.
• Preconstruction: Participate in preconstruction activities including budgeting, constructability reviews, value engineering, design coordination, and cost studies.
• Cost Analysis: Maintain and utilize historical cost information to improve estimating accuracy and support conceptual budgeting.
• Document Review: Review plans, specifications, addenda, reports, and other contract documents to identify risks, discrepancies, and potential cost impacts.
• Subcontractor Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and other industry partners.
• Project Turnover: Coordinate with Project Managers and field teams to provide a comprehensive turnover of awarded projects, including estimate assumptions, subcontractor coverage, scope considerations, and identified risks.
• Collaboration: Work closely with operations, business development, project management, and executive leadership throughout the pursuit and award process.
• Continuous Improvement: Assist in maintaining estimating databases, templates, procedures, and historical cost information.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating or preconstruction experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial construction means, methods, materials, sequencing, and trade scopes.
• Prior Experience as an Estimator for a General Contractor.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty construction documents.
• Experience preparing detailed quantity takeoffs and subcontractor bid comparisons.
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and estimating software.
• Procore experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.
• Healthcare, HCAI/OSHPD, higher-education, institutional, or occupied-facility estimating experience is highly desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications and other job-related factors.

Core Competencies

• Construction Estimating
• Quantity Takeoffs & Scope Analysis
• Subcontractor Bid Management
• Cost Analysis & Budgeting
• Constructability Review
• Value Engineering
• Attention to Detail
• Communication & Collaboration
• Problem Solving

Brascia Builders, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Headquarters
3850 E. Gilman St.,
Long Beach, CA, 90815
O: 562.576.0900

Additional Offices
Santa Rosa, CA
San Diego, CA
San Luis Obispo, CA