Junior Estimator

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Join a well-established Southern California commercial contractor offering hands‑on mentorship, exposure to ground‑up and tenant improvement projects, and clear growth into senior estimating and project leadership roles!

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 per year

We are a well-established Southern California commercial general contractor with over 30 years of experience delivering high‑quality site development, ground‑up construction, tenant improvements, and renovations across the commercial and industrial sectors. Our reputation is built on long‑standing client relationships, repeat business, and a collaborative, team‑driven culture. We take pride in developing our people and promoting from within.

• Direct mentorship from experienced senior estimators
• Exposure to the full preconstruction lifecycle
• Strong internal growth path into Senior Estimator and Project Management
• Stable backlog with diverse commercial and industrial projects
• Collaborative team environment with leadership accessibility
• Competitive compensation and long‑term career stability

We are seeking a Junior Estimator to join our growing preconstruction team in Irvine. This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career construction professional who is analytical, detail‑oriented, and motivated to build a long‑term career in estimating. You will gain hands‑on experience in takeoffs, bid leveling, subcontractor coordination, and proposal development while working closely with senior leadership.

• Assist with detailed quantity takeoffs across multiple trades
• Solicit, organize, and review subcontractor and vendor pricing
• Maintain and manage bid documents, drawings, and specifications
• Support preparation of budgets, proposals, and bid packages
• Analyze scopes of work to identify gaps and overlaps
• Attend pre‑bid meetings and site walks with senior estimators
• Maintain historical cost data and estimating databases
• Partner with project management and operations teams for smooth post‑award handoff

• 1+ year of construction experience preferred (internship/co‑op acceptable)
• Working knowledge of construction drawings and specifications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (takeoff software a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Clear communication skills and team‑oriented mindset
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred

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