Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

Shimmick is seeking a talented Senior Estimator to be based in Irvine, CA, Suisun City, CA, Seattle, WA, Denver, CO, Dallas, TX, or remotely. This challenging position will provide excellent growth opportunity while supporting complex civil infrastructure projects across Shimmick's expanding footprint.

Backed by over 100 years of expertise and driven by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit, Shimmick is one of the most dynamic infrastructure builders in the industry. With market leadership in water resources, sustainable transportation, and complex electrical construction, we're well-positioned to lead during a time of rapid change. As project delivery models, regulatory frameworks, supply chains, and technology continue to evolve, our ability to stay flexible and agile in our safety approach is essential to our success.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Works with the Company estimating systems and processes.
• Applies estimating terminology, measures, concepts and principles.
• Recognizes how various processes/project actions and assumptions may impact the project estimates and begin to assist in quantifying the impact.
• Technical estimating skills.
• Prepares bid packages, conceptual estimates and analysis of subcontractor bids, etc. for projects.
• Performs duties with some complexity under general supervision.
• Expected to assist in the preparation of larger and more complex estimating assignments including the Estimate Plan.
• Understands Division costing structure (overheads, G&A, insurance, etc).
• Develops wage rate build-ups.
• Reads and interprets drawings and specifications.
• Develops detailed material take-offs for estimate development and field procurement of bulk materials.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience estimating heavy civil, heavy industrial, or complex commercial construction projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Rail, Transit, and/or Water/Wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving skills and consistent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage changing deadlines and work well under pressure for multiple team leaders.
• Work independently and effectively to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel for bid meetings and related activities.

Additional Information:

• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.

The salary range for this position is between $110,000- $150,000 per year depending on experience and/or education.

Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection.

These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.