Senior Estimator | Commercial Construction

Jimmy Jazz; Cameron Park (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Roebbelen Contracting is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Preconstruction team in El Dorado Hills, CA. You will lead estimates from conceptual budgeting through final pricing, collaborating with clients, design professionals, and trade partners to shape cost strategies and guide projects from concept to turnover.

We work on complex public and private projects across Northern California, focusing on education, civic, health, and commercial markets.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial construction estimating, preconstruction, or closely related experience.
• Experience developing estimates for large or complex commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction materials, means, methods, sequencing, and constructability.
• Experience with conceptual estimating, design development estimates, negotiated work, GMPs, and/or competitive bids.
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs and evaluating trade partner and supplier proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop estimates from conceptual budgeting and design development through procurement, final pricing, and construction.
• Review drawings, specifications, schematics, contracts, RFPs, RFQs, and other construction documents to understand project scope and requirements.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
• Develop conceptual estimates and budgets when design information is limited.
• Apply current market pricing, regional cost data, labor analysis, and project-specific conditions.

Skills

Estimating

Project Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

• Base Pay $140,000.00 - $165,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Full Time

Description

Position Overview

Roebbelen Contracting is looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Preconstruction team in El Dorado Hills, CA.

This is an opportunity to play an important role in shaping projects well before construction begins. As a Senior Estimator, you'll partner with our preconstruction and operations teams, clients, design professionals, and trade partners to develop thoughtful cost strategies and help guide projects from early concept through final pricing and turnover.

Our work includes complex public and private projects throughout Northern California, with a strong presence in education, civic and public works, healthcare, and other commercial markets.

We're looking for someone who brings strong estimating fundamentals, understands how projects are built, and can look beyond the numbers to identify risk, constructability considerations, value opportunities, and smarter ways to deliver a project.

What You’ll Do

Lead and develop estimates from conceptual budgeting and design development through procurement, final pricing, and construction

Review drawings, specifications, schematics, contracts, RFPs, RFQs, and other construction documents to understand project scope and requirements

Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and develop pricing for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work

Develop conceptual estimates and budgets when design information is limited

Apply current market pricing, regional cost data, labor analysis, historical information, and project-specific conditions

Solicit, review, analyze, and level trade partner and supplier proposals

Identify scope gaps, project risks, constructability considerations, cost-saving opportunities, and value-engineering alternatives

Clearly document estimate assumptions, qualifications, exclusions, and outstanding information

Participate in preconstruction, estimating, project, design, and client meetings

Partner with operations teams to support project turnover and maintain alignment between the estimate and execution plan

Support pursuits, proposals, interviews, and cost-related narratives

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design partners, trade partners, and suppliers

Share knowledge and provide guidance to other members of the estimating and preconstruction team

What We’re Looking For

A strong candidate will typically bring:

7+ years of commercial construction estimating, preconstruction, or closely related experience

Experience developing estimates for large or complex commercial construction projects

Strong understanding of construction materials, means, methods, sequencing, and constructability

Experience with conceptual estimating, design development estimates, negotiated work, GMPs, and/or competitive bids

Experience performing quantity takeoffs and evaluating trade partner and supplier proposals

Ability to identify scope gaps, project risks, and value-engineering opportunities

Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple estimates, deadlines, and competing priorities

Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, design professionals, trade partners, and internal project teams

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, and estimating or takeoff software such as On-Screen Takeoff or comparable platforms

A bachelor's degree inConstruction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent construction and estimating experience will also be considered.

Experience That Would Be a Plus

You don't need to check every box. We’d especially like to hear from candidates with experience in:

Education, civic/public works, healthcare, or other complex commercial construction markets

Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, CM-at-Risk, or negotiated project delivery

Northern California construction markets and trade partner relationships

Procore, Timberline, or similar construction technology

Prefabrication or alternative construction methods

Proposal development and project interviews

Mentoring or developing estimators and preconstruction team members

Why Roebbelen?

Since 1959, Roebbelen has been building throughout Northern California with a focus on partnership, collaboration, and finding smart solutions to complex construction challenges.

As a Senior Estimator at Roebbelen, you won't simply price completed drawings. You'll have the opportunity to get involved early, influence how projects take shape, collaborate directly with the teams who will build them, and help develop solutions that create value for our clients and project partners.

If you're an experienced estimator who enjoys solving complex problems, building strong relationships, and being part of a collaborative preconstruction team, we'd love to hear from you.

Duties are primarily performed in an office setting and may require extended periods of sitting and computer use. Occasional visits to active construction sites may be required. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn while visiting jobsites.

About Roebbelen

Roebbelen Contracting is an award-winning, self-performing general contractor and construction manager that has served Northern California communities since 1959. We bring clients, design professionals, trade partners, and project teams together to solve complex challenges and deliver successful projects.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Roebbelen is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging. We prioritize the recruitment, retention, and development of diverse talent and provide equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered consistent with applicable law.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation or an alternative application method may contact Roebbelen Human Resources at [e-mail] .

Roebbelen does not sponsor employment-based visas now or in the future.