Estimator

L.F. Driscoll•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

BCCI, part of STO Building Group, is seeking an Estimator in Silicon Valley, California. The role’s primary objective is to ensure client satisfaction on assigned projects by understanding and communicating client goals, delivering projects on time, and meeting established budgets. The Estimator provides construction and business management direction across multiple projects, supporting quality control, profitability, contractual and documentation compliance, constructability decisions, team collaboration, and project profit goals. The Estimator supports projects throughout preconstruction and execution. This includes analyzing drawings and contract documents, confirming site conditions, preparing estimates and budgets, evaluating subcontractor proposals, communicating pricing and schedule information, coordinating preconstruction deliverables, and reviewing project documentation. The role coordinates technical communication among clients, designers, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams, and works with Project Managers and Superintendents to support project completion on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards. The Estimator also contributes to improvements in project delivery and to BCCI’s culture, mission, and values.

Requirements

Conceptual estimating experience on midsized to large commercial building tenant improvement projects.
A four-year degree in an accredited construction- or architecture-related curriculum, such as Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a similar field.
At least 7 years of experience in Project Management/Preconstruction.
Demonstrated knowledge of construction methods, engineering principles, scheduling, estimating, contract administration, and project controls.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
Demonstrated proficiency in estimating, scheduling, budgeting and cost control, financial reporting, client relationships, interpersonal and computer skills, written and oral communication, leadership, and organization.
Proficiency with PC-based scheduling and spreadsheet applications, including Timberline, Procore, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

Analyze construction drawings, engineering specifications, and contract documents to identify constructability issues, assess project requirements, and recommend preconstruction solutions.
Confirm site conditions through site surveys and coordinate with geotechnical, structural, environmental, and other engineering or testing agencies.
Assist in preparing detailed estimates for conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction phases, and/or prepare preliminary construction budgets with the BCCI project team.
Ensure estimates, budgets, and general conditions are accurate, complete, and reflect project scope; evaluate subcontractor proposals for scope, qualifications, financial stability, and pricing.
Provide clients with pricing packages, scope letters, schedules, and lead-time information, and communicate budget status to owners, subcontractors, and internal teams.
Coordinate preconstruction deliverables and presentation materials for owner review during each phase of project development.
Prepare, review, and evaluate RFIs, submittals, and change orders using construction management, contract administration, and project control principles.
Analyze schedules, cost reports, and productivity metrics to identify risks, recommend corrective actions, and support project execution.
Coordinate technical communication among owners, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and internal project teams to resolve engineering and construction issues.
Review project documentation for compliance with building codes, safety regulations, contract requirements, and quality standards.
Build and maintain working relationships with clients, design professionals, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and colleagues across BCCI departments.
Lead transition meetings between Preconstruction and Operations to transfer project scope, budget, schedule, and client expectations.
Collaborate with the Project Manager and Superintendent to support timely, on-budget project completion in accordance with quality standards and client expectations.
Generate Owner contracts for review and approval by the assigned Project Executive.
Stay current on construction methods, materials, building systems, market conditions, labor rates, and industry trends.
Recommend improvements to preconstruction and project delivery processes to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity.
Represent BCCI professionally by maintaining project knowledge, preparing for meetings, communicating proactively, meeting commitments, and demonstrating company values.
Contribute to BCCI’s culture, mission, and values through collaboration, leadership, and continuous improvement.
Follow Company policies, procedures, and performance standards.