Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

LOCATION

Rocklin, CA

TYPE

Direct Hire

SALARY

$100,000 - $180,000 / yr

ID

CA...

POSTED

Jun 12, 2025

SENIOR CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR

Location: Rocklin, CA

Salary Range: $100,000 - $180,000 a year

Company is seeking a talented construction professional to join its team to assist with the strategic growth of the company as the premier collaborative builder in the region. The position of Senior Estimator will require a results and goal oriented professional who will become an integral member of the organization. offers growth opportunities to individuals that want to become part of an organization that prides itself on completing challenging projects with the highest level of customer service and satisfaction. Our team is committed to:

PROFESSIONALISM: We are committed to the continuous development of our professional approach to all of our business activities.

CHARACTER & BEHAVIOR: We conduct ourselves to the highest standards with a focus on integrity, forthrightness, and fairness.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: We conduct our business to the highest standards with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

Company is a different company; we work hard and play hard. We find the skillsets we cultivate to play hard are the very same that we use to complete our projects to the highest standards.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ESTIMATOR:

Work with the Preconstruction team to develop conceptual, budget and GMP estimates

Prepare accurate quality takeoffs, material and equipment pricing

Lead subcontractor solicitation efforts and conduct job walks as appropriate

Meet proposal and bid schedules

Complete analysis of competitive subcontractor proposals

Define and clarify project scopes of work, schedules and procurement requirements

Successfully conduct competitive lump sum bids

Assist project staff with estimates after bid award

Conduct thorough and accurate project constructability reviews

Conduct value engineering analysis to define cost efficient alternatives to the desired project scope

YOU HAVE:

Minimum 5-7 years estimating experience (preferably public school construction experience)

Ability to lead a lump sum competitive bid pursuit

Ability to perform all preconstruction, estimating and bidding functions on projects up to $60M

Ability to successfully manage estimating team in preparing estimates and final bid pricing

Ability to bid projects successfully with a profitable capture ratio in excess of 20%

Ability to produce accurate conceptual estimates

Ability to produce project schedules

Ability to present estimates to clients and project teams with a high level of confidence

Ability to work in a collaborative environment with clients, subcontractors and design teams

Review all architectural and structural drawings, specifications, schedules, contract documents, proposal drawings, structural calculations, and other information prepared by internal and outside sources for compliance with the bidding documents.

Ability to build new and maintain existing subcontractor and supplier relationships to obtain competitive advantages

Advanced knowledge and understanding of unit costs

Ability to prepare quantity take-offs, analysis, estimates and trend studies for self-perform and subcontractor scopes

Understanding of contracts, drawings and specifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Understanding of the factors that impact construction costs and subcontractor risk

Post estimate and job buyout knowledge management including maintenance of unit cost database for use in all future estimates.

Collaborate and drive departmental process improvements

Provide estimating and preconstruction training and support to Estimators and other staff

Strong conceptual estimating skills

10 years construction estimating experience, with at least 5 years estimating K-12 public school projects preferred.

Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Computer literate and experience with complex spreadsheets, database programs and on-screen take off programs

Knowledge of local subcontractor community and all building construction trades

Participate in client interviews and attend business development functions

Self-motivated, dynamic team player

Knowledge of 5D estimating

Understanding of integrated project delivery methods

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

Experience scheduling entire building projects with multiple phases utilizing Microsoft Projects

Experience with additional software:

BlueBeam Revu

Procore - Project Management, Core Tools, Quality & Safety, Construction Financials

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year College or university in construction, construction management or architecture; or five to seven years related experience and/or training in construction, construction management or architecture; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

BENEFITS:

We offer competitive wages depending on experience with opportunities for professional growth. Company offers a generous benefits package that includes:

Employer paid premium medical, dental, and vision

Employer match 401(k) retirement program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Seven paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Discounted gym memberships

Industry and Charity event sponsorships

Company adventure outings such as skiing and white-water rafting

Employee referral program

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment. Must meet the I-9 eligibility requirements for employment.