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Estimator - Civil

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2026
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

  • We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
  • We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
  • We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
  • We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.


Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Civil Estimator / Senior Estimator to join our Civil preconstruction team in our Roseville office. This role will assist the preconstruction team with all aspects of estimating, including quantity take-off, bidding, and estimate development of the civil scope on commercial projects, renewable energy projects, and civil infrastructure projects. The Estimator will lead the preparation of civil estimates for these projects which primarily include earthwork, sitework, and/or wet utilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop civil cost models and GMP estimates for CMAR, Design Build, and Hard Bid construction projects
  • Participate in the internal estimate review process and assist with final assembly of estimate presentation for owner
  • Evaluate bids and develop scope comparison documents
  • Prepare contractual exhibits for scope of work for subcontracts, and direct information/documents to subcontractors
  • Collaborate with internal partners and engineers to help influence project design
  • Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors and clients, and represent McCarthy at industry events
  • Perform quantity take-offs and aid in change order pricing
  • Review of the project documents to identify value engineering suggestions and alternative pricing
  • Communicate with engineers and owners to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering and 2-5 years of equivalent experience required
  • Self-perform civil experience (field or estimating) is strongly desired
  • General technical knowledge of civil construction, with specific experience in commercial, renewable energy, and/or civil infrastructure projects is preferred but not required.
  • General knowledge of construction principles and processes, as well as negotiated/hard bids and GMP processes
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports
  • General knowledge of estimating software including HCSS HeavyBid, AGTEK, and/or On-Screen Takeoff is preferable, but not required.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Strong math and analytical skills with attention to detail
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to estimating


McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

For California locations only, the salary range for this position is: $90,000 - $110,000. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.

NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS: McCarthy’s Talent Acquisition Team is the only authorized representative permitted to engage with external search firms, staffing agencies, or other third-party recruiting partners. McCarthy maintains an Approved Agency List for recruiting partners, which is reviewed and updated annually.

McCarthy will only consider submissions from agencies with a signed fee agreement in place for the current year. McCarthy does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate submissions, or referrals from agencies that do not meet these requirements.

If a candidate is submitted without an active agreement, McCarthy will have no obligation to pay any fees and reserves the right to contact, engage, interview, or hire such candidate(s) without any financial or other responsibility to the submitting agency. Unsolicited resumes, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be considered the property of McCarthy.

Salary : $90,000 - $110,000

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