ATALNT
Irvine, United States | Posted on 09/17/2025
Position Title: Regional Chief Estimator - Heavy Civil
Location: Irvine, CA
Job Type: Full-Time | In-office
Pay Range: $200k - 250k
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a Regional Chief Estimator in Irvine, CA. This is a full-time in office position.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for all aspects of Estimating process
- Conduct thorough analysis of drawings and specifications, ensuring required information is provided.
- Perform detailed project cost estimate using estimating software such as HCSS.
- Research selected products from a cost and construct ability perspective.
- Solicit sub-contractor pricing and bids for different trades in preparation of cost estimate.
- Review progress and construction documents for construct ability. Lead and participate in discussion regarding alternate detail and materials for specific areas or trades.
- Provide and present value engineering options and costs.
- Provide and present estimating productions and scheduling.
- Coordinate administrative staff in sending documents to vendors.
Requirements
Qualifications
- College degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
- Minimum 10+ years’ heavy civil estimating experience
- Substantial construction experience and / or engineering background
- Have a thorough understanding of construction means and methods.
- Local knowledge of the industry.Must be fluent in English – written and oral.
Skills
- Highly proficient in selected software (Excel, Word, Outlook) HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software and P6 a plus.
- Ability to make decisions, work independently and coordinate estimating colleagues.
- Ability to meet critical project deadlines, willingness to coordinate and work as a team member.
Benefits
- Short- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment