Senior Estimator Heavy Civil - Public Works

Joseph J. Albanese, Inc.; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Starch Concrete Inc., a Joseph J. Albanese, Inc. company, seeks a Senior Heavy Civil Estimator – Public Works to join our Rancho Cordova team.

You will prepare detailed estimates for civil projects, review plans, conduct site visits, and coordinate with clients and suppliers to win bids. Candidates should have 10+ years estimating civil projects (public and private) and 7+ years bidding on civil public works as a prime bidder, plus proficiency with HCSS, Bluebeam, and On-Screen Takeoff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 10+ years of construction estimation experience (public and private works).
• 7+ years bidding on civil public works as a prime bidder.
• Proficient with estimation software such as HCSS, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for construction projects, including labor, material, equipment, and overhead costs.
• Analyze and compile estimate data that affects the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high-quality and timely estimate.
• Obtain and evaluate quotes from contractors/subcontractors and suppliers and negotiate the best terms and prices.
• Prepare and submit bid proposals and supporting documents to clients and follow up on the status and outcome of the bids.
• Review contracts and change orders, ensuring compliance with project specifications and company policies.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Estimating

Bid analysis

Negotiation

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Construction management

Tools

HCSS

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

Starch Concrete Inc., a Joseph J. Albanese, Inc. company is seeking an experienced Senior Heavy Civil Estimator – Public Works to join our team in Rancho Cordova, CA. Responsibilities include preparing accurate and competitive bids, reviewing project plans and specifications, conducting site visits, and collaborating with clients and suppliers.

Voted “Best Places to Work” for the past 7 years in a row, JJA is a dynamic, fun environment with significant career opportunities to further grow and develop professionally.

Scope of Responsibility

• Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for construction projects, including labor, material, equipment, and overhead costs.
• Analyze and compile estimate data that affects the cost of labor, materials, equipment requirements, location and other factors to ensure a high-quality and timely estimate.
• Obtain and evaluate quotes from contractors/subcontractors and suppliers and negotiate the best terms and prices.
• Prepare and submit bid proposals and supporting documents to clients and follow up on the status and outcome of the bids.
• Review contracts and change orders, ensuring compliance with project specifications and company policies.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution and customer satisfaction.

Job-Specific Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
Experience: Minimum 10+ years of experience estimating construction projects, both public and private works. At least 7 years of experience bidding on and building civil public works projects as a prime bidder.
Certifications: Not Specified
Software Experience: Proficient in using estimation software, such as HCSS, Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar.

Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, codes, and regulations, especially related to concrete work.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.
• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, bending.
• Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications or working conditions associated with the position. Duties and responsibilities may be modified, added or removed at any time based on business needs, and employees may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

WHY JOIN JJA

Joseph J. Albanese is a family-owned construction business established and based in Santa Clara, California since 1955. With approximately 1000 employees the company has been instrumental in developing Silicon Valley by performing site / structural concrete, demo, grading, and paving for many of the outstanding projects in Northern California. Our core values of Safety, People, Quality, and Truth! JJA utilizes BIM and other cutting-edge technology to verify constructability and to communicate complex project geometries to field professionals. We offer competitive pay and benefits. See some of our highlighted projects on our website at www.jjalbanese.com.

Joseph J. Albanese, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.