Estimator

About the role

Performance Contracting is seeking an experienced Estimator for its San Diego 571 operations based in San Diego, CA.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative takeoffs on construction projects
• Establish labor productivities for estimates
• Maintain positive relationships with area vendors for competitive material and equipment pricing
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for work done outside of our self-performing group
• Understand market conditions including competitive approach, backlog, level or risk for work, and other factors for establishing margin percentages
• Involvement in internal bid reviews with supervisors and project teams
• Participate in customer alignment objectives by creating and maintaining positive customer relations
• Contract administration for secured projects
• Utilize wage and benefit schedules
• Hand off secured projects to the Operations team
• Affiliate in other duties as assigned such as change order management or billings depending on the project(s)
• Support other members of the Estimating team for product line collaboration

Basic Requirements

• At least 2 years’ experience estimating construction projects
• Experience with estimating or managing specialty scopes of construction
• Strong ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods
• A record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills
• Possess a high level of attention to detail and cost analysis skills
• Accuracy in reading project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of work
• Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (e.g., Excel, Word), Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwift
• A sharp understanding of estimating techniques and the bidding process
• Able to work effectively both in a collaborative team environment and independently
• Able to learn new skills by engaging in technical job functions and applying new skills as they’re learned
• Possess critical-thinking and problem-solving skills

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related discipline
• Experience with metal stud framing, interior/exterior framing, acoustical ceilings, and specialty ceilings
• OSHA certification
• Experience working with union representatives
• Local to San Diego

Salary Range

Annual salary plus non-guaranteed annualized bonus program. This position is safety-sensitive.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Incentive bonus plan
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
401(k) retirement savings plan with match
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

Equal Employment Opportunity

Performance Contracting Group and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes or claims on candidates from third-party employment vendors unless a signed Fee Agreement is in place AND a candidate has been submitted into our applicant tracking system (Dayforce).