Preconstruction Estimator — Shape Complex Projects

RIMEPRO INC; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive compensation bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible spending plans

Educational reimbursement

Student loan repayment assistance

Generous maternity and paternity leave

Continuing education and professional

Job summary

RIMEPRO INC in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking an Estimator to drive preconstruction efforts on diverse, high-profile projects ranging from $5M to $200M+ across multifamily, commercial, aviation, and more. You will collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project leaders to evaluate bid opportunities, develop budgets, and shape projects before field work begins.

This role rewards analytical problem-solving, relationship-building, and the ability to communicate value

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years estimating experience, preferably with a general contractor.
• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related technical field preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Ability to visualize projects in both 2D and 3D.
• Understanding of construction risk and cost analysis.
• Experience with budgets, scheduling, contracts, and subcontractor management.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced preconstruction environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate bid opportunities and project documents.
• Prepare detailed estimates, budgets, takeoffs, and proposals.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and accurately build project costs.
• Visit jobsites to evaluate existing conditions.
• Analyze material, labor, subcontractor, and project costs.
• Develop budgets and present value engineering opportunities to owners and design teams.
• Review plans, specifications, and other project documents for completeness, accuracy, and constructability.
• Develop bid packages and detailed scopes for subcontractor trades.
• Build and manage subcontractor bid lists.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor bids.
• Lead pre bid meetings and coordinate with trade partners.
• Participate in design development, owner, architect, and project team meetings.
• Work closely with Project Executives, Project Managers, and Superintendents to develop project schedules and logistics plans.
• Participate in constructability reviews and identify potential risks before construction begins.
• Assist with project buyout and subcontract execution.
• Present budget, schedule, and job cost updates to project stakeholders.
• Help develop and mentor Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers.

Skills

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Collaborative

Math skills

Plan reading

3D visualization

Cost analysis

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract management

Communication

Organization

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related

Tools

Primavera P6

Destini

BuildingConnected

Procore

MS Office

Job description

RIMEPRO INC in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking an Estimator to drive preconstruction efforts on diverse, high-profile projects ranging from $5M to $200M+ across multifamily, commercial, aviation, and more. You will collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project leaders to evaluate bid opportunities, develop budgets, and shape projects before field work begins.

This role rewards analytical problem-solving, relationship-building, and the ability to communicate value