Arena Family of Companies
Job Title
Estimator, Public Works and Commercial Construction
Location
Near Murrieta, CA, in office full time
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Compensation $150,000 to $200,000 base salary, commensurate with experience, plus benefits About the Role
This is an in office Estimator position supporting public works and commercial construction projects, with a strong emphasis on K 12 schools, higher education, and healthcare work. The role is best suited for someone coming directly from a General Contractor environment who is comfortable owning estimates from early concept through final bid and supporting the team during buyout.
Key Responsibilities • Prepare detailed conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates for public works and commercial projects • Perform quantity takeoffs and detailed cost analysis across all major scopes • Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor and vendor bids • Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Preconstruction leadership to ensure accurate scopes and pricing • Review drawings and specifications for constructability, scope gaps, and risk • Assist with value engineering, cost savings options, and alternates • Support bid day execution and post bid reviews • Maintain cost history, unit pricing, and benchmarking data • Participate in buyout support and handoff to operations teams
Required Experience and Qualifications • Current or recent experience with a General Contractor is required • Proven estimating experience on public works and commercial projects • Direct experience estimating schools, education facilities, or healthcare projects is required • Bachelor’s degree • Strong understanding of public works procurement and bidding processes • Proficiency with estimating xsgimln software and takeoff tools • Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, in office environment Work Environment • Full time, in office role based in Wildomar, CA • No remote or hybrid option • Collaborative preconstruction team environment with consistent workflow and backlog Ideal Candidate Profile • Background with a reputable General Contractor • Comfortable estimating ground up and renovation projects • Detail oriented, organized, and accountable • Looking for a long term role with growth into senior estimating or preconstruction leadership
Is this the role you are looking for If so read on for more details, and make sure to apply today.
Compensation $150,000 to $200,000 base salary, commensurate with experience, plus benefits About the Role
This is an in office Estimator position supporting public works and commercial construction projects, with a strong emphasis on K 12 schools, higher education, and healthcare work. The role is best suited for someone coming directly from a General Contractor environment who is comfortable owning estimates from early concept through final bid and supporting the team during buyout.
Key Responsibilities • Prepare detailed conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates for public works and commercial projects • Perform quantity takeoffs and detailed cost analysis across all major scopes • Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor and vendor bids • Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Preconstruction leadership to ensure accurate scopes and pricing • Review drawings and specifications for constructability, scope gaps, and risk • Assist with value engineering, cost savings options, and alternates • Support bid day execution and post bid reviews • Maintain cost history, unit pricing, and benchmarking data • Participate in buyout support and handoff to operations teams
Required Experience and Qualifications • Current or recent experience with a General Contractor is required • Proven estimating experience on public works and commercial projects • Direct experience estimating schools, education facilities, or healthcare projects is required • Bachelor’s degree • Strong understanding of public works procurement and bidding processes • Proficiency with estimating xsgimln software and takeoff tools • Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, in office environment Work Environment • Full time, in office role based in Wildomar, CA • No remote or hybrid option • Collaborative preconstruction team environment with consistent workflow and backlog Ideal Candidate Profile • Background with a reputable General Contractor • Comfortable estimating ground up and renovation projects • Detail oriented, organized, and accountable • Looking for a long term role with growth into senior estimating or preconstruction leadership