Jr Estimator

PTS Advance; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PTS Advance in Fairfield, CA is seeking a motivated Jr. Estimator to join our team. This entry-level role offers a path into construction estimating and requires strong organization, customer communication, and a willingness to learn the estimating process.

A background in construction is helpful and demolition experience is a strong plus, but not required. No college degree is necessary; we value dependability, detail orientation, and professionalism while offering room to grow.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Comfortable using email and basic computer applications.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to learn quickly and work well independently and as part of a team.
• Professional and confident when communicating with customers.
• Construction experience is preferred; demolition experience is a plus.
• Previous estimating experience is helpful but not required.
• No college degree required.
• Must be local to the Fairfield area.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing estimates, proposals, and project documentation.
• Review project plans, specifications, and customer requests to help develop accurate estimates.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams as needed.
• Assist with gathering project information, pricing, and material costs.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, proposals, and related documentation.
• Respond to customer emails and phone calls in a professional and timely manner.
• Support senior estimators with project research and estimating activities.
• Develop an understanding of construction and demolition processes, materials, and costs.
• Follow up on estimates and assist with tracking opportunities.
• Perform other estimating and administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Organized and detail-oriented

Independent and team oriented

Construction experience preferred

Demolition experience a plus

No college degree required

Education

No degree required

Job description

Details

Location: Fairfield, CA

Salary: $45,000-$60,000 per year

Employment Type: Exempt, Full-Time

Relocation: Local candidates only

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Jr. Estimator to join our team in Fairfield. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a career in estimating and construction. The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable communicating with customers and internal teams, and eager to learn the estimating process.

A background in construction is helpful, and experience with demolition is a strong plus, but it is not required. A degree is not necessary for this position. We are primarily looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, professional, and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing estimates, proposals, and project documentation
• Review project plans, specifications, and customer requests to help develop accurate estimates
• Communicate with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams as needed
• Assist with gathering project information, pricing, and material costs
• Maintain organized records of estimates, proposals, and related documentation
• Respond to customer emails and phone calls in a professional and timely manner
• Support senior estimators with project research and estimating activities
• Develop an understanding of construction and demolition processes, materials, and costs
• Follow up on estimates and assist with tracking opportunities
• Perform other estimating and administrative duties as needed

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Comfortable using email and basic computer applications
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to learn quickly and work well independently and as part of a team
• Professional and confident when communicating with customers
• Construction experience is preferred; demolition experience is a plus
• Previous estimating experience is helpful but not required
• No college degree required
• Must be local to the Fairfield area

Ideal Candidate

This position is a great fit for someone who may be early in their career and wants to get into construction estimating. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, good communication skills, and the desire to learn and grow within the company.

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