Sales & Project Estimator – Precast Concrete Construction

Achievers USA; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Company vehicle and fuel card

Company laptop and phone

PTO and paid holidays

Professional development and careerAdv

Job summary

Achievers USA is seeking an experienced Sales & Project Estimator to grow and estimate precast concrete projects, including modular buildings, sound/security walls, and custom structures. This role blends business development, technical sales, estimating, and preconstruction work.

You will identify opportunities, build relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, municipalities and owners, prepare blueprint takeoffs and estimates, develop proposals, and support projects through

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in construction estimating or preconstruction.
• Experience with precast/concrete and related construction.
• Ability to read drawings and perform accurate takeoffs.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue precast construction opportunities.
• Build relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, municipalities, and owners.
• Perform blueprint takeoffs and prepare estimates and proposals.
• Review plans, specs, scope, pricing, and requirements.
• Present proposals and follow up to secure projects.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, and Plant Operations.
• Prepare project handoff packages after contract award.

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Willingness to travel

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Sales & Project Estimator to help grow and estimate precast concrete projects, including modular buildings, sound/security walls, and custom structures.

This role combines business development, technical sales, estimating, and preconstruction. You will identify opportunities, build relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, municipalities and owners, prepare blueprint takeoffs and estimates, develop proposals, and support projects through contract award and handoff to Project Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new precast construction opportunities.
• Build relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, municipalities, and owners.
• Perform blueprint takeoffs and prepare accurate estimates and proposals.
• Review plans, specifications, scope, pricing, and project requirements.
• Present proposals and follow up with clients to secure projects.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, and Plant Operations.
• Prepare project handoff packages after contract award.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience in construction estimating, sales, or preconstruction.
• Experience with precast, structural concrete, civil infrastructure, or related construction preferred.
• Strong ability to read construction/engineering drawings and perform takeoffs.
• Experience with estimating software and Microsoft Excel/Word.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regionally.
• $75,000–$95,000 base salary DOE
• 401(k) with company match
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Company laptop and phone
• PTO and paid holidays
• Professional development and advancement opportunities