Estimator

Since 1946, Brady West has been a leader in specialty subcontracting. Guided by respect, integrity, growth, honesty, and teamwork, we are deeply committed to delivering unmatched quality and expertise.

At Brady West, our employees thrive in our strong team environment. We value our people and show it by offering competitve pay and benefits.

Brady West SoCal is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Estimator to join our team. This role is responsible for estimating selected projects, preparing accurate proposals, supporting project setup, and maintaining clear communication with clients, vendors, and internal departments. The ideal candidate will understand construction documents and specialty construction products and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

The Estimator is responsible for bidding, selling, and marketing Brady West SoCal’s services and products while monitoring market conditions, customer needs, and technical trends within the industry. Additional responsibilities include:

• Estimate selected projects by identifying final material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs for proposal development.
• Set up projects by incorporating all information needed to support successful completion.
• Review and monitor construction documents, contracts, plans, and specifications before, during, and after each project.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete project information is communicated to all appropriate departments.
• Manage and coordinate active projects by documenting progress and working with clients, vendors, and internal departments to support job progress.
• Attend and participate in required company training programs.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Qualified candidates should understand general construction products and installation methods and be able to read and interpret construction documents, blueprints, plans, and specifications.
• Proficiency with Windows applications, Microsoft Office, and estimating software (BuzzBID) is required. Experience in specialty construction estimating, commercial construction, drywall, framing, plaster, fireproofing, or related scopes is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating specialty construction scopes.
• Knowledge of subcontractor bid solicitation and scope review.
• Ability to collaborate with clients, project teams, vendors, and internal departments.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines.
• Salary Range: $80,000 - $175,000 per year, based on experience

Why Join Brady West SoCal

At Brady West SoCal, we value teamwork, integrity, growth, and doing things the right way. We are looking for someone committed to accuracy, strong relationships, and supporting successful projects from estimate through completion.

Brady West is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, E-Verify, and Drug Free Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.