Senior Estimator

Johns Lyng USA; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

PTO policy

Vehicle allowance

Job summary

Reconstruction Experts in Los Angeles, CA seeks a Senior Estimator to join our project team and deliver precise repair estimates for occupied spaces. You will partner with project managers and pre-construction teams, review drawings, generate scopes, obtain quotes, and analyze data using Procore and EB to ensure competitive pricing and timely turnover.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of estimating experience, strong communication, and a valid driver's license; there is potential for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years’ estimating experience.
• Knowledge of construction trades and industry standards.
• Current motor vehicle license.
• Desire to potentially work towards a partnership.
• Procore experience (Core Logic Procore).

Responsibilities

• Attend site inspections and generate detailed scopes of work using Procore & EB.
• Review blueprints, specifications and project documents to understand scope.
• Determine quantities and costs of materials, labor, equipment and subcontractors.
• Obtain quotes from subcontractors, suppliers, etc.
• Analyze quotes from subcontractors and suppliers for market pricing and reliability.
• Identify potential site hazards during inspections.
• Contemplate means and methods required to perform the project/work.
• Ensure estimates meet SLA standards and convert estimates into revenue.
• Liaise with clients to explain estimates and scopes of work.
• Attend client pitches to convert estimates to revenue.
• Expand local subcontractor and supplier lists/relationships.
• Take ownership of assigned projects from start to finish.
• Provide regular communication using estimating software.
• Attend weekly sales/estimating meetings.

Skills

Estimating experience

Procore

Construction knowledge

Client communication

Driver license

Occupied space reconstruction

Tools

Procore

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Los Angeles team as a Senior Estimator. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with project managers and pre‑construction teams to deliver accurate and meticulous construction project repair estimates.

Company Overview:

Reconstruction Experts is a leading general contractor in United States. Specializing in occupied space reconstruction, our suite of brands caters to specific market segments, ensuring exceptional results and unparalleled growth opportunities for our employees.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401k, discretionary PTO policy, and a vehicle allowance.
• Opportunity to join a dynamic, growing organization with a promising future.
• Support and mentorship from seasoned leaders, with ample room for personal growth in this role.
• Positive and enriching team culture that values and recognizes outstanding work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend site inspections and generate detailed scopes of work using Procore & EB (experience preferred)
• When provided, carefully examine blueprints, specifications, and other project documents to understand scope of work
• Determine quantities and costs of all necessary materials, labor, equipment and subcontractors
• Obtain quotes from subcontractors, suppliers, etc.
• Analyze quotes from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure alignment with current market pricing and determine the most competitive and reliable options
• Identify potential site hazards during inspections
• Contemplate means and methods required to perform the project/work
• Ensure all work meets industry-leading SLA standards. e.g. estimate turnaround times, conversion of estimates into revenue, etc.
• Work closely with account management team to liaise with clients to explain estimates and scopes of work
• Occasionally attend client pitches and presentations to convert estimates to revenue
• Establish and expand local subcontractor and supplier lists/relationships
• Take ownership of assigned projects from start to finish.
• Provide regular communication using estimating management software.
• Attend weekly sales/estimating meeting to ensure conversion of estimates into revenue

Key Selection Criteria:

• Minimum 5-7 years’ estimating experience
• Proven drive, energy, and motivation.
• Ability to think creatively and solve problems.
• Desire to potentially work towards a partnership.
• Knowledge of construction trades and industry standards.
• Core Logic Procore experience.
• Prior occupied space reconstruction experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Current motor vehicle license.

must have the right to work in the USA and be prepared for a criminal background check.