Estimator
Redlands, CO - USA
Job Summary
Concrete Senior Estimator
Southern CA Region
Overview
One of the nations most respected commercial concrete subcontractors - known for delivering best-in-class tilt-up construction faster than the competition through technology-driven scheduling and fully integrated self-perform operations - is growing and expanding market share and seeking a skilled Senior Estimator to join our growing preconstruction team. With established GC relationships a best-in-class equipment fleet and a people-first culture built on doing things the right way this is an opportunity to join a nationally established organization and play a direct role in building its already significant Southern CA presence - real pipeline real growth.
The Opportunity
- Target project profile: large-scale tilt-up warehouse and distribution facilities SF along with multiple segments across Southern California region. Other project types include data center office healthcare DOT and slab.
- Established relationships with top-tier national and regional GCs active in the Southern CA market
- Fully integrated self-perform operations including in-house finishing - quality controlled from start to finish
- Work-life balance is a priority - we respect your time outside of work
- Technology-forward organization: OST Bluebeam Microsoft Project Office 365
What Youll Do
- Prepare complete and competitive bid proposals for tilt-up concrete scopes
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from architectural and structural drawings using OST and Bluebeam
- Solicit review and level subcontractor and supplier quotes
- Develop accurate labor material equipment and overhead cost models
- Coordinate with the Preconstruction Manager and leadership on bid strategy and go/no-go decisions
- Attend pre-bid meetings site walks and GC interviews as required
- Build and maintain relationships with general contractors and owners in the SoCal market
- Assist with value engineering and scope clarification during preconstruction
- Maintain organized bid files estimate logs and follow-up tracking
- Support project handoffs to the PM team upon award
What Were Looking For
- 3 years of estimating experience with a concrete subcontractor - tilt-up experience strongly preferred
- Technical expertise in tilt-up panel construction with the ability to communicate clearly to field staff
- Strong proficiency in OST (On-Screen Takeoff) and Bluebeam - required
- Solid understanding of tilt-up panel systems CIP structural concrete and flatwork scopes
- Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings with accuracy
- Experience using construction bidding platforms (Building Connected iSqFt or similar)
- Detail-oriented with strong math analytical and organizational skills
- Working knowledge of the Southern CA subcontractor market and material pricing a plus
- GC-side candidates with strong tilt-up estimating experience will be considered
- Degree in Construction Management Engineering or related field preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- Above-market base salary commensurate with experience
- Annual discretionary bonus tied to the success of the Southern CA operation
- Excellent coverage options with minimal out-of-pocket cost
- 401k with company match
- Gas card cell phone and laptop provided
- PTO competitive and negotiable
- Formal training program and mentor/mentee program for professional development