Estimator; Valencia

Job Title:

Estimator (Valencia)

Location: Southern California

Independent Construction Company, founded in 1938, has built a reputation for excellence in grading, paving, construction management, and land development. With one of the largest earth‑moving fleets in the United States, we deliver high‑quality results for both private and public‑sector projects. We are seeking an organized and driven Estimator to support the development of timely bid proposals and accurate estimates.

• Analyze and compile estimate data to ensure quality and timely estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications, and proposed project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to include in the final project estimate.
• Seek out alternative solutions and construction methods to increase bid competitiveness.
• Determine, review, and validate ‘take‑off’ quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.
• Utilize existing cost history as a check to complete estimates.
• Analyze and evaluate bidding risks and strategies, presenting estimates for bid reviews with senior management for final review.
• Communicate estimate information to project managers, superintendents, and foremen to ensure understanding of project scope and critical construction methods for budget compliance.
• Provide ongoing assistance during the construction phase of successful low bids as necessary, including estimate or means and methods interpretation.
• Maintain healthy business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the regional market.

• Knowledge of construction grading and paving practices, including production rates, contractual documents, plans, specifications, and soils reports.
• Strong time‑management and organizational skills, capable of meeting proposal and bidding deadlines individually and in team settings.
• Previous experience with estimating software (HCSS preferred – Bid2
  
  Win, Hard Dollar, etc.).
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and scheduling tools (Primavera, Sure Trak, Microsoft Scheduler, or equivalent).
• Experience with AGTEK and AutoCAD is a plus.
• Solid leadership, supervisory, communication, decision‑making, and organizational skills.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, competitive work environment.
• Attention to detail while meeting goals efficiently.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience; or demonstrated project management/estimating work history.
• Minimum 3–5 years of construction field support/management experience.
• Minimum 1–2 years of construction estimating support, engineering, or similar experience.

• Health, Dental, and Vision – employee and dependents coverage premiums are 100% employer paid.
• Long‑Term Disability – employer paid.
• Death and Dismemberment – employer paid, includes spouse and dependent children.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Pre‑tax and Roth Deferrals, Employer Match, Profit Sharing, and Safe Harbor.
• Performance‑based bonus assessed annually.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Company vehicle with gas card.

• This is a full‑time, salaried position.
• Company conducts post‑offer, pre‑employment drug screening and Motor Vehicle Report.
• Valid and current CA Driver’s License and Clean Motor Vehicle Report required.
• Minimum 21 years of age required by insurance to drive.
• Physical requirements: Ability to lift and carry 10–50 pounds occasionally; sit for long periods; stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, finger, grasp, write, and perform repetitive motions; exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; hearing and speaking ability sufficient for conversation; visual ability sufficient to read and produce printed material and information displayed on a computer screen; ability to sit, stand, drive, walk for 2–10 hours per day.
• Compensation DOE: $100,000 – $145,000 Annually.

EEO Statement: Independent Construction Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristics or classes.