Company Profile: 

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.  

Job Summary: 

Reporting to the Manager, Concrete/Framing and ultimately to the executive management team, the Senior Concrete Estimator will develop detailed cost estimates for large concrete projects  involving quantity takeoffs, labor/material/equipment cost analysis, while soliciting  subcontractor bids, analyzing blueprints, managing budgets, collaborating with project teams and reviewing value engineering risk assessment, in an effort to ensure profitability, prepare competitive bids and support project teams in connection with commercial project builds.  This position will primarily be an in-office based role. 

Estimate Preparation:

Prepare detailed, "ground up" cost estimates for all concrete elements, including foundations, slabs, vertical elements (walls, columns), parking structures, elevated podium decks and site concrete;

Perform detailed quantity take-offs for materials such as concrete, rebar and formwork using blueprints and specifications. 

Quantity Takeoffs & Costing:

Perform detailed takeoffs (formwork, rebar, placement, finishing) and develop crew/production cost estimates. 

Cost Analysis / Bidding:

Research and analyze material pricing, labor man-hour and equipment costs;

Leverage historical project data for benchmarking and best practices, to ensure competitive and profitable bids. 

Subcontractor and Supplier Coordination:

Solicit, evaluate  and negotiate quotes from concrete material suppliers and reinforcing subcontractors;

Manage the bid process and ensure scope gaps or overlaps are eliminated. 

Risk Management & Value Engineering:

Identify potential risk factors affecting project costs or timelines and develop mitigation strategies;

Propose cost-effective alternatives and lead value engineering sessions without compromising project quality. 

Collaboration & Communication: 

Work closely with Project Managers, Field Superintendents, Architects and Engineers to clarify project requirements, resolve discrepancies and align estimate assumptions with field execution;

Present detailed estimates and proposals to clients and management. 

Data Management:

Build and maintain historical cost databases, unit costs, and labor rates for future accuracy. 

Documentation:

Prepare variance summaries, present estimates and provide input for technical proposals.  

Reporting and Analysis:

Analyze past estimation data to identify trends and improve future estimation accuracy and methodology;

Maintain detailed and organized records of estimates, bid proposals, contracts, project costs and daily reports. 

Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, preferred, or related field or equivalent work experience. At least 5 – 7 years proven and successful experience in a similar managerial role; Ability to read, interpret and understand complex contract documents, engineering drawings and specifications;

Proficient in math, including geometric formulas for calculating areas and volumes;

Proficiency in construction estimating software (e.g., Procore, BlueBeam, MS Project, Excel) is essential;

Proficiency in the MS Office suite of products, required;

Proficiency in BuilderTrend and Planswift software, a plus;

Proficiency in general construction means and methods, materials, industry standards and the ability to read and interpret complex plans and specifications; 

Strong analytical, mathematical and computer skills required;

Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;

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 required. 

Compensation:

$125K - $175K DOE for this full-time, exempt position. 

Benefits:

Medical and dental insurance paid 100% for employee by employer;

Vision insurance provided on an elective basis;

9 paid public holidays annually;

80 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 1^st of the year thereafter;

Mileage reimbursement provided by employer. 

Working Hours:

7:00AM – 5:00PM Monday – Friday 

Location:

San Luis Obispo, CA – onsite in office position