Estimator - Design Build

Clark Pacific; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation, weekly pay

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance incl.

Medical FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Employer-paid life insurance

Voluntary benefits: Critical Illness,

401k matching: 100% of first 3%, then

Job summary

Clark Pacific provides design-build prefabricated building systems across the Western United States. We seek an Estimator, Design Build to assist senior estimators and preconstruction managers with project estimates, subcontractor solicitation, and buyout.

You will collaborate with the DB operations team to mitigate risks and maximize margins during design. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in construction management and 2–5 years of commercial estimating experience, with strong skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes.
• Experience with estimating technologies including QTO, BIM, and related tools.
• Strong math, analytics, and attention to detail.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Aligned with Clark Pacific's core values.
• Value-added approach to estimating.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review quantity take-offs.
• Assist in developing conceptual project estimates and budgets.
• Support lump sum estimating and GMP budgeting by soliciting subcontractors.
• Prepare scopes of work for subcontractor bids.
• Coordinate and provide information to subcontractors.
• Communicate with architects to clarify scope, materials, constructability.
• Review milestones to price value engineering alternatives.
• Prepare contractual scope-of-work exhibits for subcontracts.
• Support field operations with change order pricing.
• Develop relationships with subcontractors for competitive pricing.
• Represent Clark Pacific at industry events.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Stay current on estimating technologies and best practices.

Skills

Quantity take-offs

Estimating software

Communication skills

Reading drawings & specs

BIM knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

QTO software

BIM software

Estimating software

Job description

About Clark Pacific

At Clark Pacific, we are builders, innovators, and problem-solvers. For over 60 years, we have been a leading design-build manufacturer of prefabricated building systems, delivering high-quality solutions for parking structures, data centers, healthcare facilities, educational campuses, and commercial projects throughout the Western United States. Our integrated approach combines design, engineering, manufacturing, and construction expertise to create efficient, sustainable, and high-performing structures.

Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, safety, and continuous improvement while helping shape some of the industry's most complex and impactful projects.

Salary Range

$110,000-$130,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Position Summary

The Estimator, Design Build will assist Senior Estimators and Preconstruction Managers with project estimates, subcontractor solicitation, and buyout. The Estimator will work collaboratively with the DB operations team to ensure risks are mitigated and margins are maximized throughout the design process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions

• Perform and review quantity take-offs.
• Assist in developing conceptual project estimates and budgets.
• Support lump sum estimating and GMP budgeting activities by soliciting subcontractor participation and evaluating bids.
• Prepare scopes of work for subcontractor bid packages.
• Coordinate and provide information, documentation, and direction to subcontractors.
• Communicate with architects and consultants to clarify project scope, materials, and constructability requirements.
• Assist in reviewing milestone documents to identify and price value engineering alternatives.
• Prepare contractual scope-of-work exhibits for subcontract agreements.
• Support field operations with change order pricing as needed.
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors to secure competitive pricing and strategic advantages.
• Represent Clark Pacific professionally at industry events and networking opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal Clark Pacific stakeholders.
• Stay current on industry estimating technologies, tools, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2 to 5 years of commercial construction estimating experience.
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP (Guaranteed Maximum Price) processes.
• Working knowledge of estimating technologies and tools, including QTO, estimating software, and BIM-related applications.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Clark Pacific's core values.
• Maintains a value-added approach to estimating.

Core Values

• Determination:Meet challenges head on
• Innovation:Always look for better
• Well-Being:Seek the success, health, and happiness of all

Benefits

*Benefits are subject to a waiting period.

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, including Kaiser and VSP options
• Medical FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Voluntary ancillary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Whole Life Insurance
• 401k matching: 100 percent of the first 3 percent, then 50 percent of the next 2 percent

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