Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering
Job in
Brea, Orange County, California, 92631, USA
Listed on 2026-06-01
Listing for:
Crescent City Recruitment Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
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Construction
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor, Building & Residential Construction -
Engineering
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to support operations in the Southern Region. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and timely cost estimates for both public and private infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities
- Review plans, specifications, soils reports, and site conditions to define project scope
- Attend pre-bid meetings and coordinate bid requirements
- Perform quantity takeoffs and develop complete cost estimates
- Manage pre-bid RFIs and track responses
- Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams
- Support DBE compliance and good faith effort documentation
- Analyze project risks and contract requirements
- Maintain organized estimating files and historical cost data
- Assist with budgeting, scheduling, and procurement planning
- Support project handoff to operations teams after award
- Prepare and manage subcontracts and purchase orders
- Track post-bid timelines through contract award
- Assist with change orders, cost tracking, and project support as needed
- Mentor junior staff and support business development efforts
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
- Minimum 3 years of estimating experience in heavy civil construction
(highway, rail, underground, paving, bridge, or airport projects) - Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, and takeoffs
- Experience with:
- Bid2
Win - Bluebeam
- AGTEK
- Sketch Up
- Primavera P6, Sure Trak, or MS Project
- Bid2
- Knowledge of scheduling, critical path, and cost control
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Valid driver's license required
- Salary: $80,000 - $150,000 per year
- Health benefits package
- Performance-based compensation
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
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