Junior Estimator, Commercial Concrete/Framing Construction Company

Your SmartSource • San Luis Obispo, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Grant Construction, Inc., a family-owned business established in 1994, specializes in large-scale construction projects focusing on concrete, framing, and tower cranes. Our projects include single-family, multi-family, mixed-use, and commercial projects throughout California. Employing approximately 450 people, our headquarters are in San Luis Obispo, with an additional office in Bakersfield. The Junior Concrete/Framing Estimator will report to the Estimator Manager and assist in calculating materials, labor, and equipment costs. This role involves analyzing blueprints, quantifying materials, gathering supplier quotes, inputting data into software, and preparing bid documents. The position supports cost analysis by providing accurate cost breakdowns for competitive project specifications, bidding, and budgeting. It offers foundational skills in construction estimating and cost control, with hands-on training in the bidding process, providing a strong foundation to grow into a Senior Estimator position.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in a construction-related or civil engineering discipline; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 0 – 3 years of experience within a construction-related environment in project estimation, project management, or project coordination; or alternatively, relevant recent education.
• Proficiency in construction-related software, or ability to quickly learn the various applications.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• A willingness to learn and be coached and mentored.
• Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and computer skills required.
• Astute time management, attention to detail, accuracy, organizational, planning, effective multi-tasking, problem-solving, analytical, follow-through, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively alone and within a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative team environment.
• Valid CA driver’s license, clean and insurable driving record, and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Performing detailed material quantity takeoffs for concrete, rebar, formwork, and other framing materials by reviewing architectural and engineering drawings.
• Gathering pricing data, soliciting quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, and researching labor and equipment costs.
• Assisting with the compilation and preparation of detailed bid proposals and cost estimates for project submissions.
• Maintaining organized documentation of all estimates, cost breakdowns, and assumptions made during the estimation process.
• Working closely with senior estimators, project managers, and field staff to clarify project requirements and ensure a smooth project handoff.
• Attending pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand site conditions and project logistics better.
• Utilizing and accurately inputting data into industry-related software, including Bluebeam, ProCore, MS Project, MS Excel, BuilderTrend, and Planswift.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance paid 100% for employee by employer
• Vision insurance provided on an elective basis
• 9 paid public holidays annually
• 40 hours of paid vacation annually during years 0 – 4 and rising incrementally thereafter, on an accrual basis
• 40 hours of standard CA paid sick time annually, allotted in a lump sum after 90 days of employment and at the 1st of the year thereafter
• Mileage reimbursement provided by employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree