Lead Estimator

Shimmick; Suisun City (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans including $0 premium option

100% employer-paid life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and Volunteer Time Off

Flexible and hybrid work options

Job summary

Shimmick Construction Company is seeking a Lead Estimator in Suisun City, California. This challenging position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and at least 6 years of relevant experience. You will manage project cost estimates and provide recommendations to management.

We offer competitive salaries ranging from $160,000–$195,000, excellent health benefits, and flexible work options. Join us to contribute to our projects in water resources and heavy civil construction.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in estimating or construction.
• Experience in hard-bid contract work and conceptual estimating.
• Familiarity with water, wastewater, transit, or transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical evaluations and cost estimating reports.
• Communicate and develop cost estimates for projects.
• Forecast costs of projects, analyzing drawings and contracts.
• Develop material take-offs for estimation and procurement.
• Assist in complex estimating assignments.

Skills

Project management skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid

Ineight Estimate

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

As a Lead Estimator at Shimmick, you’ll compile, review, analyze, and quote project materials, labor, equipment, data, environmental factors, and overall costs related to project pursuits. This is a challenging position with excellent long‑term growth opportunity. Join us!

Backed by over 100 years of expertise and driven by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit, Shimmick is one of the most dynamic infrastructure builders in the industry. With market leadership in water resources, sustainable transportation, and complex electrical construction, we’re well‑positioned to lead during a time of rapid change. As project delivery models, regulatory frameworks, supply chains, and technology continue to evolve, our ability to stay flexible and agile in our estimating approach is essential to our success.

Responsibilities

• Prepares technical evaluations, cost estimating draft reports, memos, and letters, and presents recommendations to management.
• Develops, provides, and communicates cost estimates for all assigned projects.
• Accurately and thoroughly forecasts costs of future projects as well as changes to existing projects while also developing timely estimates for each design deliverable at each phase of design development. Reviews and interprets project drawings, specifications, contracts, and owner‑provided documents.
• Develops detailed material take‑offs for estimate development and procurement.
• Expected to assist in the preparation of larger and more complex estimating assignments including overall estimating strategy.
• Understands construction means, methods, and sequencing.
• Understands how various constraints may impact the estimate and prepares detailed scope‑specific estimates.
• Analyzes and incorporates historical data into production factors.
• Prepares and/or coordinates preparation of estimates.
• Provides mentoring, coaching, and training within the estimating department.
• Prepares scope and bid package breakdowns for trade partners.
• Ability to oversee multiple scopes within the estimate development and leverages past experience to craft estimating strategy.
• Ability to travel for client meetings, bid kickoffs, bid reviews, bid closeouts, interviews, or team workshops as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience in hard‑bid contract work as well as conceptual estimating.
• Understands construction means, methods, and sequences.
• Experience with water, wastewater, transit, and/or transportation construction projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent project management skills with ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands in deadline‑driven environment.
• Previous heavy civil construction experience.
• Proficiency in estimating software (HCSS Heavy Bid or Ineight Estimate).
• Strong problem‑solving skills and consistent attention to detail.
• Work independently and effectively to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Highly organized with excellent time‑management skills.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications.

Additional Information:

• This position is based in Suisun City, CA.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.
• This position does not include sponsorship for a United States work authorization.

The salary range for this position is between $160,000–$195,000 per year depending on experience and/or education.

Shimmick offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well‑being, and financial future. Employees can choose from multiple medical plans, including a $0 premium option, with dental, vision, and HSA options available. We provide 100% employer‑paid life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Our paid time off program includes paid holidays, and Volunteer Time Off in addition to PTO days. Additional benefits include flexible and hybrid work options, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary coverages such as pet insurance, legal, and identity theft protection.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.