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Estimator

Pacific Ridge Builders
Sunnyvale, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026

ESTIMATOR

 

On a daily basis you will participate in all aspects of the bid/estimating process from review of plans and specs to soliciting and negotiating prices from subcontractors/suppliers through completion of bid/estimating efforts including closeout. You will also perform quantity take-offs, pricing, scoping, and bidding of construction projects.   

 

Responsibilities for this position include the following:

Bidding

·         Performing Job Walks with client and subcontractor(s).

·         Conducting new job and RFP Interviews

·         Managing the assembly and review of RFPs

·         Managing and leveling bids

·         Bid qualifying and proposal assembly

·         Preconstruction, building connected & plan review

·         Meeting deadlines and working on project schedules

·         Working with PM Teams for estimating support

·         Providing accurate and competitive pricing

Relationship Management

·         Exemplify PRB’s Values in all relationships, both internal and external

·         Maintain client relations through attendance of events

·         Engagement with teams, contractors and subcontractors

·         Exhibits high level of influence and commitment with customers

Project Handoffs

·         Conduct project hand off meetings

·         Maintain budget awareness

·         Keep project documentation seamlessly organized

Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering or 2-5 years of equivalent estimating experience

·         General knowledge of construction principles and processes

·         Ability to read and interpret drawing and specifications

·         General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids and GMP processes

·         Attention to detail

·         Strong verbal and written communication skills

·         Dedicated to task completion

Compensation

Base Salary Depends on experience. Range: $100,000-$125,000
This is a full-time salary position; the compensation package will include both a health benefits and a retirement plan.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE AA M/F Vet/Disability)

HIB Visa sponsorship is not available for this specific position. 

 

Mandatory reference and background checks will be coordinated as part of the hiring process. Drug-free candidates need only apply.

 

To all recruitment agencies: Pacific Ridge Builders, Inc. does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, Pacific Ridge Builders, Inc. employees or any other company location. Pacific Ridge Builders, Inc. is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

 

Salary : $100,000 - $125,000

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