Estimator CIVIL CONSTRUCTION

A growing civil construction firm is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team in Santa Rosa. The position is a high impact role that involves developing cost estimates for large scale projects, supporting business growth through client engagement, and contributing to the company's long term success.

Requirements

• Consult with clients, vendors, internal team members and stakeholders to build comprehensive project estimates.
• Review and analyse project drawings, specifications and other documentation to generate detailed cost estimates for civil engineering construction work.
• Quantify project costs for materials, labour, equipment and subcontractor bids; negotiate costs and track bid status through to selection.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships—both existing and prospective—to support business development and meet growth targets.
• Lead bid review meetings and present cost estimates to management and clients, answering questions and providing clarifications.
• Use estimating software, historical data and cost databases to build accurate cost models and pricing databases.
• Monitor industry trends (material prices, labour rates, equipment rates) and integrate that insight to keep estimates current and competitive.
• Maintain accurate records of estimates, proposals and related documentation; participate in project close out review meetings.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers to gather essential data for bids; understand project specific minority/inclusion goals when applicable.
• Mentor junior estimators or interns; support their development and guide them in estimate assembly and cost modeling.
• Communicate clearly and proactively with internal teams and field operations to ensure job progress aligns with bid assumptions; adapt to changes in scope, technology or methodology.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with industry standards
• Collaborative, forward thinking culture where your expertise will be valued and your ideas heard
• Opportunity to work on diverse, challenging civil construction projects and build deep expertise in heavy infrastructure
• Mentorship environment and career growth path for those who demonstrate initiative and results