Lead Commercial Estimator - Preconstruction & AI

Amplifier

Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Ethan Conrad Properties, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Commercial Construction Estimator to join the Pre-Construction team in Sacramento, CA.

The role involves preparing estimates for tenant improvements and various commercial projects, using AI-assisted tools to review documents and improve accuracy. The successful candidate will analyze drawings, perform digital takeoffs, and coordinate with project teams, brokers, and tenants to meet budget and schedule goals.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.
3–5 years of commercial construction estimating or related experience.
Experience with tenant improvements, office, retail, healthcare, industrial, retrofit, or other commercial projects.

Responsibilities

Prepare ROM, conceptual, preliminary, and detailed estimates for commercial construction and tenant improvement projects of varying size and complexity.
Review drawings, specifications, site information, existing-condition reports, lease work letters, and other project documents to define scope, identify exclusions, and document assumptions.
Perform digital quantity takeoffs for architectural, demolition, structural, civil/site, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and finish scopes as applicable.
Develop labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, general conditions, escalation, and other project cost components; maintain clear estimate summaries and supporting detail.
Prepare and update budgets, cost-per-square-foot analyses, feasibility studies, bid comparisons, and estimate reconciliations as design information develops.
Prepare trade bid packages, solicit and follow up with subcontractors and suppliers, review quotations for scope coverage, and identify gaps, qualifications, exclusions, and cost risks.