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Estimator - Retail & Grocery Construction

Colorado West Construction · Murrieta, CA · 3 mo ago
On-siteManagement$95k–$135k/yrFull-time

About the role

The ideal candidate will have extensive General Contracting experience, particularly in ground-up retail and grocery construction projects. This role plays a crucial part in securing profitable projects across the Western United States.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze project requirements and determine key cost variables
  • Visit job sites to gather firsthand data (travel required)
  • Research labor, material, and production costs
  • Review vendor/subcontractor bids and negotiate competitive pricing
  • Perform risk analysis and prepare detailed estimate reports
  • Collaborate with project managers and clients to support bidding and planning
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and engineers

Requirements

  • 5+ years of Estimating experience with a Commercial General Contractor
  • 3+ years of estimating experience on ground-up retail and/or grocery construction projects preferred
  • Experience managing multiple bids simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong understanding of retail construction, grocery store construction, site development, and commercial building systems
  • Proven ability to solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor bids
  • Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Proficiency with MS Project and MS Office Suite
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project manuals
  • Willingness to travel for site visits and job walks throughout the Western U.S.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred

  • Experience estimating projects for retailers, grocery chains, big-box stores, or national commercial brands
  • Experience with BidMail, Bluebeam, Procore, and PlanGrid
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Construction Science, or related field

Pay

$95,000 - $135,000 annually DOE

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm

Benefits

  • Health Benefits Package
  • 401(k) Employer Match
  • Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel
  • Company Issued Cell Phone, Laptop and iPad
  • Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • CA Sick Time

Travel

Periodic travel required as needed for job walks | Western U.S. (including but not limited to UT, NV, CA, AZ) | Murrieta, CA HQ

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