Estimator

Foster Lawson; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement Plan with Company Mail

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance Plans

Disability

Career Development through Mentoring

Job summary

Foster Lawson in California seeks a full-time Estimator to join our team in SF or LA. The Estimator will prepare heavy civil/water bids and estimates by performing takeoffs, creating proposals, inputting data, and communicating with subcontractors and partners. The salary range is depending on experience.

Pay Range: $120,000 – $160,000 USD (based on experience and qualifications)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3+ years of experience in heavy civil estimating or related experience.
• Knowledge of contracts, proposals, and insurance programs.
• Knowledge of bidding with California Agencies and agencies around the region.
• Knowledge of Design-Build a plus.
• Proficient in reading heavy civil construction drawings & blueprints.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience using HCSS, BlueBeam, AutoCAD, and B2W preferred.
• Familiarity with subcontractor and vendor scopes of work.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to complete projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform efficient take-offs and compile bid pricing for heavy civil/water projects.
• Review project drawings, specifications, and addenda to fully understand project scope.
• Evaluate and compare subcontractor and vendor quotes for accuracy.
• Develop pricing for bids and change orders, both independently and with a team.
• Review bids for constructability and identify potential value-engineering opportunities.
• Lead and contribute to proposal submissions and design-build efforts.
• Create and manage project bid schedules with associated milestones.
• Conduct business with 100% integrity and professionalism.

Skills

Takeoffs

Bids & pricing

Communication

Reading drawings

MS Office

HCSS/BlueBeam/AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering / construction management

Tools

HCSS

BlueBeam

AutoCAD

B2W

Job description

We are currently seeking a full-time Estimator to join our team in SF or LA. The Estimator will report to the VP of Estimating and work closely with the rest of the team. The main responsibility will be to prepare heavy civil/water bids and estimates by performing takeoffs, creating proposals, inputting data, and communicating with subcontractors and partners. The salary range is depending on experience.

Pay Range: $120,000 – $160,000 USD (based on experience and qualifications)

Responsibilities:

• Perform efficient take-offs and compile bid pricing for heavy civil/water projects
• Review project drawings, specifications, and addenda to fully understand project scope
• Evaluate and compare subcontractor and vendor quotes for accuracy
• Develop pricing for bids and change orders, both independently and with a team
• Review bids for constructability and identify potential value-engineering opportunities
• Lead and contribute to proposal submissions and design-build efforts
• Create and manage project bid schedules with associated milestones
• Conduct business with 100% integrity and professionalism

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 3+ years of experience in heavy civil estimating or related experience
• Knowledge of contracts, proposals, and insurance programs
• Knowledge of bidding with California Agencies and agencies around the region
• Knowledge of Design-Build a plus
• Proficient in reading heavy civil construction drawings & blueprints
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience using HCSS, BlueBeam, AutoCAD, and B2W preferred
• Familiarity with subcontractor and vendor scopes of work
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in English
• Ability to complete projects under tight deadlines

What We Offer:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance Plans
• Disability
• Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education