Construction Estimator

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Construction Estimator role is based in the Greater Sacramento area. The Construction Estimator will prepare detailed cost estimates for new construction, renovations, and facility upgrades across Kaiser Permanente’s portfolio, ensuring alignment with project scope, design documents, and organizational standards. Daily responsibilities include performing quantity take-offs, analyzing drawings and specifications, soliciting and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotes, and preparing cost breakdowns and bid proposals.

The role will support budgeting and cost control throughout the project lifecycle, including monitoring variances, updating estimates, and providing cost analysis for value engineering. The Construction Estimator will collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders, communicating cost impacts, schedule considerations, and risk factors in a clear and timely manner.

• Strong proficiency in Construction Estimating and Quantity Take-offs, with experience interpreting plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Demonstrated skills in Cost Management and Budgeting, including cost forecasting, variance analysis, and value engineering support.
• Effective Communication skills, with the ability to present estimates, clarify assumptions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Experience using estimating and construction management software, along with solid Excel and general digital literacy.
• Knowledge of construction methods, building systems, and current market pricing for materials, labor, and subcontracted work.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Prior experience as a Construction Estimator or in a related preconstruction role, preferably within healthcare or complex commercial facilities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management abilities, with attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.