What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at American Integrated Resources, Inc.?
Company Description American Integrated Resources, Inc. (AIR) is an environmental services and demolition company providing comprehensive solutions in construction, remediation, emergency response, asbestos and lead abatement, site clearing, and demolition. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Orange, California, AIR is licensed (Lic. #947563) and DOSH certified (Cert. #998). With multiple locations across California, the company can quickly mobilize to meet diverse project needs. AIR leverages extensive in-house resources, including heavy equipment, specialty transport, emergency responders, and multi-disciplinary professional staff to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant environmental services.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Estimator role based in Orange, CA. The Estimator will review project specifications, drawings, and environmental reports to prepare accurate cost estimates for demolition, remediation, and abatement projects. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing quantity take-offs, soliciting and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotes, and developing detailed proposals and bid packages. The role will collaborate closely with project managers, operations teams, and safety professionals to ensure estimates reflect scope, schedule, risk, and regulatory requirements. The Estimator will also assist with budgeting, value engineering, cost tracking, and maintaining historical cost data to improve future estimates and competitiveness.
Qualifications
- Strong estimating skills in construction, demolition, or environmental services, including quantity take-offs, cost analysis, and bid preparation.
- Proficiency with estimating and office software (e.g., Excel, estimating platforms, PDF take-off tools) and the ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical reports.
- Knowledge of environmental regulations and practices related to remediation, asbestos and lead abatement, hazardous materials handling, and site safety.
- Effective communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills for working with project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
- Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines.
- Relevant experience in commercial, industrial, or environmental construction estimating; experience with California projects is preferred.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field, or equivalent estimating experience.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to visit job sites as needed; willingness to comply with all safety and environmental protocols.