Senior Estimator

S.J. Amoroso Construction; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

S.J. Amoroso Construction Co., LLC seeks an experienced Senior Estimator to lead complex public works pursuits and guide bid strategy.

You will work directly with the Chief Estimator, mentoring junior staff and coordinating with operations and executive leadership to win key projects. Responsibilities include reviewing plans and specifications, preparing complete estimates, managing risk, and delivering sound pricing within deadlines.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction estimating experience; public works experience strongly preferred.
• Experience leading complete estimates for projects typically ranging from $20 million to $100 million.
• Strong verbal, written, leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• ProEst (digital takeoff), BuildingConnected, Bluebeam, Excel, scheduling software, and bid management tools proficiency.
• Experience with preconstruction services and alternative project delivery methods preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned estimates and pursuits from initial review through bid submission and turnover.
• Deliver accurate estimates within established deadlines.
• Review plans, specs, addenda, and owner requirements to identify scope gaps and risks.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs and pricing; develop bid packages for all trades.
• Mentor estimators and lead turnover meetings with operations and leadership.
• Solicit bids from qualified vendors and evaluate subcontractor proposals.
• Support in prebid activities, client presentations, and post-bid clarifications.
• Work with Chief Estimator to implement policies and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Tools

ProEst

BuildingConnected

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Scheduling software

Bid management platforms

Job description

S.J. Amoroso Construction Co., LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator who can lead complex public works pursuits. This role combines technical estimating expertise, bid strategy, risk management, subcontractor engagement, and estimating leadership while working directly with the Chief Estimator.

Why Join S.J. Amoroso

• This is an opportunity to take a meaningful leadership role in complex public works pursuits, influence bid strategy, mentor and develop estimating talent, and help shape how the department operates. Reporting directly to the Chief Estimator, you will work closely with executive leadership, operations teams, and a broad subcontractor network on projects that serve communities throughout California.

Essential Functions and Conditions:

• Lead assigned estimates and pursuits from initial document review through bid submission, final scope reviews, subcontractor listing, post-bid clarifications, and project turnover.
• Deliver complete, accurate, and well-supported estimates within established deadlines.
• Review plans, specifications, addenda, bid forms, special provisions, alternates, allowances, and owner requirements to identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, and project risks.
• Identify scope gaps, prepare clear Requests for Information (RFIs), evaluate pricing risks, and communicate findings to the Chief Estimator.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and related pricing.
• Demonstrate knowledge of unit costs and production rates for self-performed work, including concrete and carpentry.
• Generate scopes of work and bid packages for all trades.
• Prepare preliminary project schedules for bidding purposes.
• Assist in the preparation of project schedules and logistics plans for RFP technical proposals.
• Support field management teams in preparing presentations on project scope, logistics, sequencing, and construction challenges.
• Lead estimate turnover meetings with operations and clearly communicate project scope, assumptions, allowances, alternates, buyout opportunities, and identified risks.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, job walks, scope reviews, bid-day activities, client presentations, and post-bid clarifications.
• Interpret schematic and design development documents for design‑build pursuits.
• Work with the Chief Estimator to review, evaluate, and implement department policies, procedures, and estimating best practices.
• Assist the Chief Estimator in reviewing estimates and work products prepared by other estimators.
• Mentor Estimators by reviewing work products, providing technical guidance, and helping improve department standards, templates, cost databases, and quality‑control practices.
• Work independently while collaborating effectively with estimating, operations, and executive leadership teams.
• Lead the subcontractor bid solicitation process.
• Solicit bids from qualified vendors and subcontractors for specified materials, products, and scopes of work.
• Analyze subcontractor proposals for scope completeness, pricing, qualifications, and overall value.
• Prepare project bid summaries, including trade coverage and scope comparisons.

Requirements:

• At least seven(7) years of construction estimating experience; public works experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading complete estimates for projects typically ranging from$20 million to $100 million.
• Strong verbal, written, leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with ProEst (digital takeoff), BuildingConnected, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, scheduling software, and bid management platforms.
• Experience with preconstruction services and alternative project delivery methods preferred.

S.J. Amoroso Construction Co., LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Amoroso Construction reserves the right to amend job descriptions as required to meet shifting organizational priorities.