Junior Estimator – OSP/Telecom Bids & Costing

Quanta Services, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Sav.

401K with company match

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Short & Long Term Disability

Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

FiberTel, LLC, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, is hiring a Junior Estimator in Sacramento, CA to assist senior estimators and teams with cost estimates and bid proposals for OSP fiber optic construction. The role interfaces with project managers, engineers, and field staff to develop accurate project estimates.

The position is full-time, hourly, with typical 40 hours/week in an office setting and some field site walks. Pay ranges from $28 to $40 per hour, DOE, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 0-3 years of experience in estimating, construction, telecom, utilities, or a related industry.
• Basic understanding of construction plans, specifications, and contract documents is preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn estimating software and construction management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow professionally.
• Experience with telecom, utility, or fiber optic construction is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates for OSP fiber optic construction projects.
• Review and analyze construction drawings, specifications, permits, and project documents.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and track labor, equipment, and material costs.
• Support the development of bid packages, proposals, and subcontractor/vendor solicitations.
• Obtain pricing from suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Assist with maintaining estimating databases and unit cost information.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site walks, and project review meetings as needed.
• Collaborate with estimators, project managers, engineers, and field personnel to develop accurate project estimates.
• Help prepare change order pricing and budget updates for ongoing projects.
• Maintain organized project files and bid documentation.
• Learn applicable telecom construction methods, industry standards, and FiberTel estimating procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Numerical accuracy

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree in CM/Engineering/Business

Tools

Estimating software

Construction management software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

FiberTel, LLC, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, is hiring a Junior Estimator in Sacramento, CA to assist senior estimators and teams with cost estimates and bid proposals for OSP fiber optic construction. The role interfaces with project managers, engineers, and field staff to develop accurate project estimates.

The position is full-time, hourly, with typical 40 hours/week in an office setting and some field site walks. Pay ranges from $28 to $40 per hour, DOE, with comprehensive benefits.