Construction Estimator

Established, locally-owned company seeks an enthusiastic, experienced Estimator to join our team.  The Estimator will be responsible for developing accurate and timely proposals and estimates for residential and commercial projects, with a large emphasis being concrete related projects.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend pre-bid meetings if required
• Meet with project owners to review job requirements and conditions as necessary
• Thoroughly review plans and specifications so that accurate bidding can be completed
• Solicit quotes from subcontractors and suppliers
• Complete accurate take-offs for labor, equipment and materials
• Prepare complete accurate estimates and complete detailed proposals for clients
• Submit detailed proposal to clients and follow up to assure clients are clear with the scope of work and the pricing for the work being proposed
• Gather and track required material submittals
• Prepare and maintain bid schedule
• Monitor changes to on our projects and communicate changes with field personnel
• Meet periodically with Field Supervisor(s) to assist in scheduling, track job progress and address problems
• Ensure successful close out and completion of all managed projects
• Build and enhance relationships with customers, sub-contractors and suppliers

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or technical institute degree preferred, work experience will be considered
• 3 to 5+ years construction and estimating experience, concrete estimating a plus
• Computer estimating skills including Excel, Work and scheduling software a must
• Construction field experience, preferred
• Able to read, understand and interpret drawings and specifications
• Able to manage multiple projects at one time
• Self-directed with a high level of initiative
• Able to successfully work within a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Committed to delivering outstanding customer service and quality work
• Positive attitude
• Possess a valid CA driver’s license and the ability to meet and maintain all eligibility requirements to drive a company vehicle
• Able to traverse potentially rugged terrain
   

BENEFITS

We offer medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid vacation and sick leave.

Sonoma-Marin Construction is a well respected award winning licensed engineering, building, and concrete contractor. Although we do a wide variety of projects, one of our specialties is concrete. Sonoma-Marin Construction can handle the largest projects from builders and developers to the smallest projects of homeowners.