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Concrete Estimator

Swinerton
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/3/2026
Compensation Range

$110,000.00 - $160,000.00 Annual Salary

Job Description Summary

Overall planning and management of estimating activities for specific construction projects, including preparation, interpretation and presentation of estimates within our Self-Perform Concrete Team

Job Description

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Review project plans, requirements and specifications
  • Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
  • Coordinate subcontract solicitations and jobwalks
  • Determine labor and construction equipment costs
  • Prepare conceptual estimates
  • Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules
  • Submit requisitions for purchase of materials
  • Compare competitive trade bids
  • Review preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with Project Manager Secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters)
  • Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractors
  • Participate in bid compilation on bid day
  • Assist jobsite staff with estimates after bid award
  • Perform post-bid buyouts (if applicable)
  • Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractors
  • Supervise and train estimating staff (if applicable)
  • Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Skills Or Experience Requirements

  • Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong experience within the Concrete Trade
  • Minimum 3 years project engineering or related experience
  • Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
  • Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations
  • Working knowledge of construction costs and principles
  • Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)
  • Drafting and computer skills

Summary Of Benefits

This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.

Salary : $110,000 - $160,000

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