Estimator COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

Trueline • San Diego, CA

1d • $110,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

A growing general contractor focused on multifamily housing projects across California is seeking a Preconstruction / Estimator to join their team in San Diego, CA. This role will support early project planning, subcontractor pricing, bid leveling, and budget development, with a clear path toward a Preconstruction Manager role.

Requirements

• 2-5+ years of estimating, preconstruction, or related construction experience
• Experience reading drawings, specs, and trade scopes
• Strong Excel skills and comfort organizing detailed pricing data
• Ability to compare subcontractor bids and spot missing or unclear scope
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-conscious
• Strong communication skills with subcontractors and internal teams

Nice To Haves

• Multifamily construction experience
• Commercial GC experience
• Experience supporting DD, CD, and GMP pricing rounds
• Familiarity with construction management or estimating software
• Interest in growing into a Preconstruction Manager role

Responsibilities

• Lead bid outreach by sharing plans, specs, and scope documents with subcontractors
• Gather, organize, and compare subcontractor pricing across key trades
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, and inconsistencies before bids are finalized
• Build and maintain bid leveling sheets, cost comparisons, and pricing summaries
• Support pricing through DD, CD, GMP, and other preconstruction milestones
• Partner with project managers, leadership, and operations teams during early project planning
• Prepare clean handoffs so awarded projects move smoothly into construction

Benefits

• Bonus
• Clear growth path into preconstruction leadership
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on project setup and delivery

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees