What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction GC Estimator (Lancaster, CA) position at Coast Construction Group?
Coast Construction Group is a trusted general contractor with over 60 years of experience delivering high-quality commercial projects across the U.S. We specialize in a wide range of sectors and offer design-build and bid-build services, supported by skilled teams and flexible self-performing capabilities. Guided by our motto, “Built for Life,” we are committed to lasting quality and strong client partnerships.
Coast Construction Group is looking for a dynamic Estimator. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that is on a mission to be the most sought-after company in the business. Coast seeks individuals whose character and mindset align with our company culture. While technical skills and experience are important, our primary focus is on the personal attributes and character of each individual.
We believe the right personality and attitude are essential to our continued growth because we constantly challenge ourselves, and each other, to elevate our potential and deliver exceptional results.
We are looking for candidates who embody the following traits:
- Integrity – Honest, accountable, and committed to doing the right thing.
- Strong Work Ethic – Takes pride in their work and consistently gives their best effort.
- Team-Oriented Mindset – Supports coworkers, communicates openly, and contributes to a positive team environment.
- Growth Mindset – Open to feedback, eager to learn, and motivated to improve.
- Ownership & Accountability – Takes responsibility for results and follows through on commitments.
- Problem-Solving Attitude – Approaches challenges with creativity, resourcefulness, and determination.
- Positive Attitude – Brings energy, professionalism, and optimism to the workplace.
At Coast Construction Group, we believe that great teams are built by great people. When individuals with strong character and shared values come together, technical skills can be developed and extraordinary results follow.
Coast has an opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join our team of construction professionals based in Arlington, WA. This is a full-time position.
Key responsibilities include
- Reads and interprets drawings, specifications and RFQ documents for prospective projects.
- Responds timely and thoroughly to bid requests, ensuring bid packages are complete and consistent.
- Develops labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor estimates for prospective projects and develops estimates incorporating all costs for review by company leadership.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market conditions, material prices, and industry trends.
- Track historical cost data to improve future estimates.
- Proficient in organizing and assembling estimates.
- Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids.
- Defines work scope solicit and select subcontractors.
- Develop preliminary work schedules.
- Highly involved with project team’s preconstruction and early construction handoffs.
- Maintains a high degree of integrity, loyalty and honesty by not divulging confidential information pertaining to Coast’s operations or bids.
- Has developed important relationships with subcontractors that help in winning work.
- Proficient in presenting estimates to an owner.
- Seeking new work opportunities or improving existing systems or processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management/3 to 5 years of commercial construction.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and building codes.
- Proven expertise with estimating/accounting software (e.g., Sage, Bluebeam, Building Connect or other project management software).
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite.
Benefits
- Very Competitive Salary
- Profit Sharing Program
- Per diem if applicable
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401k with Match
- Paid Holidays & Vacation
- Sick Time
- Weekly Paychecks
- Direct Deposit
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Aflac
- Family Orientated Company