Senior Commercial Concrete Estimator | Lead Projects

Concrete North, Inc.; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company participation

Paid vacation and paid holidays

Job summary

Concrete North, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead competitive bids and transition projects from bid to construction, overseeing multiple estimates for commercial concrete work across Northern California and Northern Nevada.

The role requires 7–10 years of estimating experience, strong knowledge of concrete systems, and the ability to coordinate with project managers, suppliers, and subcontractors to deliver accurate proposals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7–10 years of estimating experience in commercial concrete construction.
• Strong knowledge of structural concrete, foundations, slab-on-grade, site concrete, tilt-up, and reinforcing steel.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and civil plans and specifications.
• Experience estimating both negotiated and hard-bid projects.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and industry estimating software.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for commercial concrete construction projects.
• Review architectural, structural, and civil drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for foundations, slabs, elevated decks, grade beams, walls, footings, site concrete, and other concrete scopes.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Develop detailed labor, material, equipment, and subcontract pricing.
• Identify project risks, constructability concerns, and value engineering opportunities.
• Prepare complete bid proposals and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers and executive management throughout the estimating process.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, job walks, and scope review meetings as required.
• Analyze bid packages to ensure all project requirements are incorporated into the estimate.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and bid records.
• Participate in project turnover meetings to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, owners, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Mentor junior estimating staff as the department grows.

Skills

Estimating experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring staff

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

Concrete North, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead competitive bids and transition projects from bid to construction, overseeing multiple estimates for commercial concrete work across Northern California and Northern Nevada.

The role requires 7–10 years of estimating experience, strong knowledge of concrete systems, and the ability to coordinate with project managers, suppliers, and subcontractors to deliver accurate proposals.