Construction Estimator

An established Southern California general contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to support healthcare, institutional, and commercial construction projects throughout the region.

This role focuses on early-stage estimating, conceptual budgeting, constructability reviews, and preconstruction planning. Projects include healthcare tenant improvements, hospital renovations, seismic upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and select ground-up construction.

The ideal candidate has estimating experience with a general contractor, preferably within HCAI/OSHPD healthcare construction, and is comfortable evaluating project costs, identifying potential risks, and working directly with clients and internal project teams.

• Prepare conceptual estimates, ROM (rough order of magnitude) budgets, and detailed project cost estimates

• Evaluate project feasibility, anticipated costs, and potential risks during early planning stages

• Review plans, specifications, and construction documents for scope, constructability, and cost considerations

• Provide timely preliminary pricing and budget recommendations for prospective projects

• Participate in preconstruction meetings with clients, architects, engineers, and project teams

• Review project schedules, phasing requirements, site logistics, and construction sequencing

• Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost savings

• Evaluate subcontractor pricing and develop cost comparisons as needed

• Support estimating efforts for HCAI/OSHPD healthcare renovations, seismic upgrades, and infrastructure projects

• Coordinate with project management and operations teams throughout preconstruction and project turnover

• Maintain accurate estimating records, budgets, and cost data

• 5+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience, preferably with a general contractor

• Experience with HCAI/OSHPD healthcare construction strongly preferred

• Strong background in conceptual estimating, ROM budgets, and early-stage cost analysis

• Ability to review construction drawings and identify constructability concerns, scope gaps, and project risks

• Understanding of construction scheduling, project phasing, and sequencing

• Experience with healthcare renovations, occupied facilities, or complex commercial projects preferred

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, building systems, subcontractor scopes, and cost drivers

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software

• Comfortable communicating directly with clients and providing preliminary cost recommendations

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred

• Hybrid flexibility of up to one remote day per week following an initial onboarding period

• Benefits package discussed during the interview process

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Bonus program