Estimator

Layton Construction Company•San Francisco, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

BCCI, part of STO Building Group, is seeking an Estimator in Silicon Valley, California. The position’s primary objective is to ensure client satisfaction across assigned projects by understanding and communicating client objectives, delivering projects on time, and meeting established budgets. The Estimator provides construction and business management direction across multiple projects to support quality control, profitability, and client satisfaction. This includes managing owner and subcontractor contractual requirements and documentation, advising on constructability, setting quality standards, fostering team collaboration, and supporting project profit goals. The Estimator also contributes to BCCI’s culture, mission, and values through leadership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The role supports preconstruction and project delivery for commercial construction projects. It involves reviewing project documents and site conditions, developing and evaluating estimates and budgets, coordinating preconstruction deliverables and project communications, and helping the project team deliver work according to scope, budget, schedule, quality standards, and client expectations. The position generally works in an office environment, with occasional work in an active medical care facility.

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.
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 skills, computer skills, written and oral communication, leadership, and organization.
Proficiency in PC-based scheduling and spreadsheet applications, including Timberline, Procore, Excel, and Word.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Analyze construction drawings, engineering specifications, and contract documents to identify constructability issues, assess requirements, and recommend preconstruction solutions.
Confirm site conditions through surveys and coordination with geotechnical, structural, environmental, and other engineering or testing agencies.
Assist with 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 teams to resolve engineering and construction issues.
Review project documentation for compliance with applicable 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 project transition meetings between Preconstruction and Operations to transfer knowledge and clarify scope, budget, schedule, and client expectations.
Collaborate with the Project Manager and Superintendent to help deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and 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.
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and performance standards.
Occasionally perform physical tasks including standing, walking, sitting, handling objects or controls, reaching, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, hearing, tasting, or smelling; occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.