Senior Estimator

Aspenational; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a skilled Estimator to participate in the bid/estimating process, from plan review to subcontractor pricing and bid closeout.

You will perform quantity take-offs, pricing, scoping, and bidding for construction projects, with flexibility to base in Los Angeles or San Diego. This role emphasizes accuracy, strong math and communication, and building relationships with subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related major.
• Internship experience in construction estimating preferred.
• Knowledge of drawings and specifications; reading ability.
• Familiarity with estimating tech like OST/MC2/QTO and BIM tools.
• Strong math, detail orientation, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs quantity take-offs and assists in pricing and bidding.
• Communicates scope, materials, and schedule clarifications with architects.
• Participates in bid reviews and value opportunity pricing.
• Prepares bid materials and organizes information for owner presentation.
• Helps with subcontractor coordination and procurement processes.
• Maintains relationships with subs to gain competitive advantage.
• Supports safety programs and company policies.

Skills

Math and analytics

Attention to detail

Interpersonal and communication

Core values alignment

Value-added estimating approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

OST

MC2

QTO

BIM software

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Estimators position establishes the fundamental principles for an individuals growth and success within McCarthys Preconstruction career path. On a daily basis you will participate in all aspects of the bid/estimating process from review of plans and specs to soliciting and negotiating prices from subcontractors/suppliers through completion of bid/estimating efforts including closeout. You will also perform quantity take-offs, pricing, scoping, and bidding of construction projects. This role will be based out of either our Los Angeles or San Diego offices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs quantity take-offs.
• Assists in the pricing and bidding of construction projects.
• Communicates with architects and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements, and documents these clarifications.
• Conducts reviews of milestone documents for the development and pricing of value alternative opportunities.
• Actively participates in the internal estimate review process.
• Assists with final assembly of estimate for presentation to owner.
• After the bid, collects and organizes all bid information for future reference.
• Aids field operations with change order pricing if needed.
• Directs, coordinates and provides information and documents to subcontractors.
• Prepares contractual exhibits for scope of work for subcontracts.
• Participates in hard bid/estimating and GMP budgeting activities by soliciting subcontractor support and evaluating bids.
• Builds relationships with subcontractors to obtain a competitive advantage for McCarthy.
• Attends industry events and represents McCarthy to the industry in a professional capacity.
• Builds and maintains relationships with internal McCarthy clients.
• Keeps current with latest estimating technology and techniques.
• Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related major.
• Construction estimating internship experience preferred.
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes.
• Working knowledge of estimating technology and tools such as OST, MC2, QTO and BIM related software.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values.
• Maintains a value added approach to estimating

For Southern California locations only, the salary range for this position is: $90,000-$115,000. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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