Lead Estimator
$160k - $215kShimmick Construction Co.
Overview Shimmick is seeking a Lead Estimator to be based in Suisun City, CA, Irvine, CA, Denver, CO, Seattle, WA, or remotely.This role is responsible for compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and quoteing project materials, labor, equipment, data, environmental factors, and overall costs. Additionally, you will prepare technical evaluations, cost estimating draft reports, memos, and letters, and presents recommendations to management. Bring your talent to Shimmick and help us create the infrastructure of tomorrow. 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 estimating approach is essential to our success. Responsibilities The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:Prepares technical evaluations, cost estimating draft reports, memos, and letters, and presents recommendations to management.Develops, provides, and communicates cost estimates for all assigned projects.Accurately and thoroughly forecasts costs of future projects as well as changes to existing projects while also developing timely estimates for each design deliverable at each phase of design development.Reviews and interprets project drawings, specifications, contracts, and owner-provided documents.Develops detailed material take-offs for estimate development and procurement.Expected to assist in the preparation of larger and more complex estimating assignments including overall estimating strategy.Understands construction means, methods, and sequencing.Understands how various constraints may impact the estimate and prepares detailed scope-specific estimates.Analyzes and incorporates historical data into production factors.Prepares and/or coordinates preparation of estimates. Provides mentoring, coaching, and training within the estimating department.Prepares scope and bid package breakdowns for trade partners.Ability to oversee multiple scopes within the estimate development and leverages past experience to craft estimating strategy.Ability to travel for client meetings, bid kickoffs, bid reviews, bid closeouts, interviews, or team workshops as needed. Qualifications Minimum Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.Experience in hard-bid contract work as well as conceptual estimating.Understands construction means, methods, and sequences.Experience with water, wastewater, transit, and/or transportation construction projects.Preferred Qualifications:Excellent project management skills with ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands in deadline-driven environment.Previous heavy civil construction experienceProficiency in estimating software (HCSS Heavy Bid or Ineight Estimate).Strong problem-solving skills and consistent attention to detailWork independently and effectively to prioritize multiple tasksHighly organized with excellent time management skillsExcellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skillsProficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications.Additional Information:Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.This position does not include sponsorship for a United States work authorization.The salary range for this position is between $160,000-$215,000 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.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick.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.#LI-AR1Job SummaryID: 2026-3031Category: EstimationType: Full Time
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