Lead Estimator (Commercial General Contractor)

Amtec Staffing; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Amtec Staffing seeks a Lead Estimator for a commercial general contractor in Irvine, CA. This role involves guiding a team of estimators, overseeing bid preparations, and enhancing procedural efficiencies across construction projects. Candidates should have 3-10 years of relevant experience and advanced skills in Microsoft Office and estimating software.

Benefits

Medical insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• At least 3-10 years of General Contracting experience in Estimating for Commercial, Retail, or Medical Office projects.
• Advanced in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
• Proficient in Bluebeam, Bidmail, and CMIC.

Responsibilities

• Provide preconstruction services, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Develop scopes of work, qualify subcontractor bids, complete bid forms.
• Transfer bid documentation to the construction team and issue subcontracts.

Skills

Organizational ability

Goal oriented

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Bidmail

CMIC

Job description

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This range is provided by Amtec Staffing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Amtec Staffing

Amtec Staffing has partnered with a leading commercial general contractor in Irvine, CA to find an experienced Lead Estimator to be apart of their Estimating team here in Southern California.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team known for delivering high-quality projects across a variety of commercial sectors.

Project Types:

Responsibilities:

Work alongside a team of estimators ranging from entry-level to senior-level and have a desire to mentor and coach lower-level estimators. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Preconstruction - provide preconstruction services, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Bid Preparation – develop scopes of work, qualify subcontractor bids, complete bid forms and submit to owners.
• Bid Award – Transfer bid documentation to the construction team, review and suggest modifications to owner contracts, and issue subcontracts.
• Continuous Improvement – Develop procedures for each area of responsibility, continually review job responsibilities for areas to improve or streamline.

Work Characteristics:

The successful candidates must be flexible, well organized, and work well in a team environment. Positive attitude and willingness to learn are required. Strong interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written, are necessary. Candidate must also possess good time management and problem-solving skills.

Skills/Experience:

• Work Experience - At least (3-10) years of General Contracting experience in Estimating for Commercial, Retail, or Medical Office commercial projects.
• Software – Advanced in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word, Excel and Microsoft Project. Proficient in Bluebeam, Bidmail and CMIC are ideal.
• Goal oriented – Ability to meet set goals
• Organizational ability – able to plan, prioritize, organize and monitor projects/tasks.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Construction and Building Construction

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