Estimator

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited is seeking an Estimator / Project Manager responsible for accurate cost estimates and full project delivery from award to closeout. You will balance cost accuracy with on‑time, on‑budget delivery while coordinating with clients and internal teams.

The role requires strong estimating and project management skills, ability to review plans, bid documents, and lead proposals. Travel to job sites may be required; a valid driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years construction experience in specialty contracting, office or field.
• Familiar with construction drawings and takeoff software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, building practices and safety regulations.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, takeoffs, and bid documents to prepare detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids; negotiate pricing and scope.
• Develop proposals describing scope, pricing, schedules, specifications and clarifications.
• Become proficient with estimating software (Bluebeam, Excel, and company tools).
• Ensure estimates comply with standards, client requirements, and codes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related fields

Tools

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

About this position

Job Id :CLI-45753-3

Job Type: Direct hire

Summary

The Estimator / Project Manager is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and proposals for projects while also managing the full project from award through closeout. This role requires strong technical estimating skills, project management expertise, client communication, and the ability to balance cost accuracy with on-time, on-budget delivery.

Estimating Responsibilities

• Review plans/walk scope, understand specifications, and bid documents to prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids; negotiate pricing and scope.
• Develop proposals that include description of scope, pricing, schedules, specifications and clarifications.
• Become proficient with estimating and takeoff software (e.g., Bluebeam, Excel, company estimating programs and other industry-specific tools).
• Ensure estimates comply with company standards, client requirements, and applicable codes/regulations.

Project Management Responsibilities

• Upon award, communicate project labor and equipment requirements with superintendent.
• Set up job files accurately placing all cost information correctly and accurately into Job information sheet for set up.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation after contract award.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure successful project start, managing through completion.
• Track progress, improving productivity and mitigating risks.
• Submit timely progress reports and billing.
• Track scope changes and change orders.

Required Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years construction experience, specialty contracting, office or field.
• Familiar with construction drawings and takeoff software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, building practices and safety regulations.
• Valid driver’s license and ability at travel to job sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related fields.
• Experience in commercial or industrial construction.

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Detail oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Ability to learn and comprehend new construction specialties or disciplines.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and projects simultaneously under deadlines.
• Collaborative team player who can also work independently.
• Ability to build relationships with customers/clients.

Physical work Environment

Office based with regular job site visits. Ability to walk job sites, climb stairs/ladders, and work in varying weather conditions as needed.

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