Estimator | Commercial Construction

Jobot; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with 3% company match

Company car allowance with gas card

Structured Career Growth

Competitive Salary

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Estimator to support preconstruction and project teams in Irvine, CA. You will prepare accurate estimates, develop subcontractor coverage and help position the company to win technically complex commercial projects.

The role requires detailed takeoffs, bid package development and strong collaboration with PMs, superintendents, architects and clients. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, with 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial tenant improvements or life

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Experience with a general contractor is strongly preferred.
• Background estimating commercial tenant improvements, laboratories, life science, higher education or advanced technology projects.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work and building systems.
• Ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop complete project estimates.
• Experience soliciting, reviewing and leveling subcontractor bids.

Responsibilities

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development and detailed construction estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications and other bid documents to determine project scope and requirements.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, equipment and subcontractor pricing.
• Solicit bids from subcontractors and vendors while maintaining strong market coverage.
• Review and level subcontractor proposals to identify scope gaps, exclusions and pricing discrepancies.
• Develop detailed bid packages, scope sheets and estimate summaries; coordinate with project managers, superintendents, architects and clients during the preconstruction process.
• Attend pre bid meetings, site walks and project turnover meetings.
• Assist with value engineering, constructability reviews and cost saving recommendations.
• Track current market pricing, material lead times and subcontractor availability.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information and subcontractor relationships.
• Prepare final proposals, clarifications, qualifications and bid submissions.
• Support project handoff from estimating to operations following award.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Procore

Bluebeam

BuildingConnected

Sage Estimating

Job description

Job details:

High Salary | Reputable Company | Structured Career Growth

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Luke Moussalli

Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a specialized commercial general contractor based in Irvine, focused on technical tenant improvement and renovation projects across life science, healthcare, higher education, semiconductor, mission critical, and advanced technology markets. Our team is built around strong client relationships, clear communication, detailed planning, and high quality execution. We offer a collaborative environment where motivated construction professionals can learn directly from experienced estimators, project managers, and leadership.

Why join us?

• Structured Career Growth
• Mentorship from seasoned Project Managers
• Competitive Salary
• Company car allowance with gas card
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K with 3% company match

Job Details

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to support our preconstruction and project teams from initial opportunity through final proposal. This individual will be responsible for preparing accurate estimates, developing subcontractor coverage and helping position the company to win technically complex commercial projects.

Job Description:

• Prepare conceptual, schematic, design development and detailed construction estimates
• Review drawings, specifications and other bid documents to determine project scope and requirements
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, equipment and subcontractor pricing
• Solicit bids from subcontractors and vendors while maintaining strong market coverage
• Review and level subcontractor proposals to identify scope gaps, exclusions and pricing discrepancies
• Develop detailed bid packages, scope sheets and estimate summariesCoordinate with project managers, superintendents, architects and clients during the preconstruction process
• Attend pre bid meetings, site walks and project turnover meetings
• Assist with value engineering, constructability reviews and cost saving recommendations
• Track current market pricing, material lead times and subcontractor availability
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information and subcontractor relationships
• Prepare final proposals, clarifications, qualifications and bid submissions
• Support project handoff from estimating to operations following award

Qualifications:

• 3 or more years of commercial construction estimating experience
• Experience with a general contractor is strongly preferred
• Background estimating commercial tenant improvements, laboratories, life science, higher education or advanced technology projects
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work and building systems
• Ability to perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop complete project estimates
• Experience soliciting, reviewing and leveling subcontractor bids
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, BuildingConnected, Sage Estimating or similar platforms is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or a related field is preferred but not required

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