Preconstruction Estimator
Job in
San Mateo, San Mateo County, California, 94409, USA
Listed on 2026-10-09
Listing for:
RIMEPRO INC
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-09
Job specializations:
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Construction
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Building & Residential Construction, Civil Engineering -
Engineering
Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
An established Nor Cal general contractor is seeking a Preconstruction Estimator to support complex commercial, multifamily, institutional, and mixed-use construction projects throughout the region.
This role is involved throughout the preconstruction process, from early budgeting and quantity takeoffs through bid development, value engineering, trade partner coordination, buyout, and project transition into operations.
The ideal candidate has experience estimating for a general contractor and is comfortable working directly with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare detailed conceptual and hard-bid estimates for general construction projects
- Perform quantity takeoffs and develop project budgets
- Review plans, specifications, and project documents for completeness, risk, and constructability
- Develop detailed bid scopes and trade packages
- Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor proposals
- Lead pre-bid meetings and coordinate with trade partners
- Present budgets, cost options, and value engineering recommendations to clients and design teams
- Participate in design development and preconstruction meetings
- Support subcontractor selection, buyout, and contract preparation
- Coordinate constructability reviews with project and quality teams
- Develop initial project schedules and site logistics plans with Operations
- Track project budgets, cost changes, and preconstruction milestones
- Support and mentor junior estimating and project staff as needed
- 2-5+ years of estimating or preconstruction experience, preferably with a general contractor
- Experience preparing takeoffs, budgets, bid packages, and subcontractor scope comparisons
- Strong understanding of construction methods, building systems, subcontractor scopes, and project sequencing
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents
- Experience with value engineering, design development, and constructability review
- Strong analytical, math, and communication skills
- Experience with Procore, Building Connected, P6, Destini, or similar estimating/preconstruction platforms preferred
- Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Annual bonus program
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