Estimator

Friendsofkerhonkson; Fullerton (CA); In loco; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k Matching

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Descrizione del lavoro

C Caliagua, Inc., an Azuria Water Solutions company, is seeking an Estimator to prepare complete, accurate, and competitive estimates for public works and water infrastructure projects in Southern California. You will develop quantity takeoffs, build cost estimates, and support bid strategy through constructability input and subcontractor pricing.

Responsibilities include reviewing specs and drawings, coordinating with owners and subcontractors, and leading bid package development.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in a civil/mechanical engineering or related field.
• Strong estimating and quantity takeoff experience in water infrastructure projects.
• Experience with bid preparation and subcontractor pricing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; detail-focused.

Mansioni

• Prepare and coordinate full project estimates for hard-bid and design-build pursuits.
• Review specifications, drawings and contracts; attend pre-bid meetings and site walks.
• Develop quantity takeoffs and detailed material takeoffs; build estimates in WinEstimator.
• Prepare subcontractor and vendor bid analyses; coordinate bid package breakdowns.
• Communicate estimate/bid information to field operations and management; support bid strategy.

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or related

Strumenti

Bluebeam Revu

WinEstimator

Descrizione del lavoro

Caliagua, Inc., an Azuria Water Solutions company, is a regional General Contractor serving water districts, municipalities, public agencies, and private industry throughout Southern California. Since 1978, Caliagua has been recognized for consistently building high-quality water infrastructure projects that deliver potable and irrigable water to one of the largest and most diverse populations in the nation. Our portfolio includes water, wastewater, and stormwater treatment plants, pumping stations, sewage lift stations, aqueducts, PFAS treatment facilities, and related heavy civil work.We are currently seeking an Estimator who will be responsible for preparing complete, accurate, and competitive estimates for public works and private water infrastructure projects, from conceptual budgets through hard-bid submissions. Working closely with senior estimators, project managers, and field operations, the Estimator develops quantity takeoffs, builds cost estimates from assemblies and production rates, solicits and analyzes subcontractor and vendor pricing, and supports bid strategy through constructability and means-and-methods input.Responsibilities:Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:Prepare and/or coordinate full project estimates, providing complete conceptual and final estimating input for hard-bid and design-build pursuits.Review proposal specifications, drawings, and contracts, and attend pre-bid meetings and site walks to determine scope of work and required contents of the estimate.Perform accurate and complete quantity takeoffs in Bluebeam Revu and develop detailed material takeoffs for procurement of bulk materials.Build estimates in WinEstimator using company assemblies, crew compositions, and production rates; develop wage rate build-ups and apply company cost structure (overhead, G&A, insurance, bonds, etc.).Prepare scope and bid package breakdowns for subcontractor and vendor quotes; prepare subcontract bid analyses for scope, cost, and price.Communicate with owners, subcontractors, and public and private entities to ensure competitiveness; monitor client addenda and advise the estimating team of changes during the bid period, pricing addenda as necessary.Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase bid competitiveness; participate in and/or lead means-and-methods discussions, driving creative thinking and innovative ideas that increase our bid win rate.Understand construction means, methods, and sequencing; provide constructability insights, risk identification, and contingency planning.Use existing cost history as a check against completed estimates and participate in post-bid reviews and feedback loops.Participate in and/or lead design-build preconstruction services to ensure high-quality, competitive estimates and schedules.Communicate estimate and bid information to field operations at pre-construction meetings to ensure understanding of project scope and critical means and methods.Conduct work requiring independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard estimating techniques, procedures, and criteria, and recognize how project actions and assumptions impact the estimate.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration (or equivalent combination of education and field experience).2+ years of relevant construction experience, including at least 1 year of purchasing management or procurement experience, with hands-on field exposure to a construction trade (civil, mechanical, or utility). Heavy civil experience, particularly in water resources, pump stations, or treatment facilities preferred.Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu (or comparable on-screen takeoff software) and familiarity with WinEstimator (WinEst) or similar assembly-based estimating systems. Experience building and maintaining assembly libraries, custom Bluebeam tool sets, and cost databases; strong ability to analyze subcontractor and supplier proposals for accuracy and completeness preferred.Working knowledge of public works bidding and contracting (plans, specifications, addenda, bonding, insurance, prevailing wage).Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).Well-developed technical writing skills for bid narratives, clarifications, and preconstruction proposals. Strong attention to detail, quantitative analysis, and organizational skills, with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, working independently and as part of a team.We offer a starting salary of $90,000 - $120,000 DOE with Career Growth Opportunities and a Full Benefits Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Annual Bonus Potential, Matching 401k, Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more.Azuria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Azuria is firmly bound. Azuria will not engage in discrimination against, or harassment of, any person employed or seeking employment with Azuria on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.VEVRAA compliant – priority referral Protected Veterans requested