Senior Estimator

Swinerton

Senior Estimator overseeing estimating activities for construction projects in California and Hawaii. Responsibilities include reviewing plans, preparing estimates, and coordinating subcontractor bids.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California, Hawaii • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,200 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Able to perform all Estimator responsibilities
Review project plans, requirements and specifications
Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
Coordinate subcontract solicitations and job walks
Determine labor and construction equipment costs
Prepare conceptual estimates
Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules
Submit requisitions for purchase of materials
Compare competitive trade bids
Review preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with Project Manager
Secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters)
Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractors
Participate in bid compilation on bid day
Assist jobsite staff with estimates after bid award
Perform post-bid buyouts (if applicable)
Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractors
Supervise and train estimating staff (if applicable)
Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 5 years Estimating experience
Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations
Working knowledge of construction costs and principles
Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)
Drafting and computer skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
401(k) with company matching
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
individual stock ownership
paid vacation
paid sick leave
paid holidays
bereavement leave
employee assistance program
pre-tax flexible spending accounts
basic term life insurance and AD&D
business travel accident insurance
short and long term disability
financial wellness coaching
educational assistance
Care.com membership
ClassPass fitness membership
DashPass delivery membership
additional term life insurance
long term care insurance
critical illness and accidental injury insurance
pet insurance
legal plan
identity theft protection
other voluntary benefit options

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Hard Skills & Tools

quantity takeoffsmaterials pricinglabor costsconstruction equipment costsconceptual estimatesbidding schedulescompetitive trade bidspost-bid buyoutsestimatingpurchasing accounting

Soft Skills

relationship managementsupervisiontrainingjudgmentcalculation accuracy

Certifications

Engineering degreeConstruction Management degreeArchitectural degree