Estimator - Pipeline Division

Filanc Construction Co., Inc.; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in California is looking for a qualified professional with extensive experience in pipeline construction to manage and estimate projects. Candidates should have at least eight years of construction experience, with four or more years in a management role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are essential. The role involves both office and fieldwork, focusing on effective coordination, bid preparation, and project execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years construction experience with at least four years managing and estimating pipeline projects.
• Design-Build and Construction Manager at Risk experience a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity take-offs and apply productivity estimates for labor.
• Coordinate and provide access to information for subcontractors and solicit bids.
• Collect and organize all bid information for future reference.
• Participate in buy-out of subcontractors and material purchase orders.

Skills

Pipeline construction experience

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Teamwork skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Timberline experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field

Job description

Filanc is an award-winning, employee-owned general engineering and construction firm specializing in water and wastewater infrastructure throughout the Western United States. For more than 70 years, we have delivered complex, mission-critical projects through a collaborative, client-focused approach that emphasizes safety, quality, innovation, and long-term community impact. Our teams combine field expertise with technical excellence to build facilities that protect public health and the environment.

Responsibilities

Pre-Bid:

• Performs quantity take-offs
• Applies self-perform labor man-hours and productivity estimates
• Obtains competitive commodity pricing and solicits quotations for any specialty equipment and material
• Directs, coordinates and provides access to information and documents to subcontractors and solicits subcontractor bids. Perform reviews with subcontractors and vendors to verify scopes of work and ensure scope and price are complete
• Evaluates the lowest cost, qualified subcontractor/bid
• Communicates with engineers to clarify scope of work, materials, schedule requirements and documents these clarifications
• Actively participates in the internal estimate review process
• Assists with final assembly of estimate including proposal presentation

Post Bid:

• Collects and organizes all bid information for future reference
• Explains scope and cost estimate to Pipeline General Manager for efficient installation. Aids in maintaining historical data
• Participates in buy-out of subcontractors and material purchase orders
• Attends pre-construction meetings and assists with development of baseline schedule

Qualifications

• A proven track record with pipeline construction
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field desirable but not mandatory
• Minimum of eight (8) years construction experience with at least four (4) years managing and estimating pipeline projects
• Design-Build and Construction Manager at Risk experience a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) as well as the use of the internet
• Timberline experience strongly desirable
• Must have excellent communications skills
• Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Working Conditions

75% of the time is spent in the office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) telephones, and general office equipment. 25% of the time may be spent on job sites.

J.R. Filanc Construction Company, Inc. is proud to be a drug free workplace. J.R. Filanc Construction Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

This job description intends to list the primary or “essential functions” of the job. It is not intended to be all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by management.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.