Estimator - MEP - Talent EDGE Recruiting : Job Details

Estimator

El Dorado Hills, CA (Onsite)

$110,000 – $160,000 base salary, plus performance-based bonuses (up to 20%)

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About the Opportunity

A well-established and highly respected commercial general contractor is seeking a skilled Estimator to join their growing preconstruction team. With a diverse project portfolio and strong repeat-client relationships, this organization offers stability, variety, and the opportunity to work on impactful projects across Northern California.

The Estimator will play a key role in delivering accurate, competitive, and timely proposals for projects ranging from $1.5M to $70M, covering sectors such as healthcare, education, industrial, interiors, religious facilities, restaurants & retail, multi-family/senior living, and sports & fitness.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and manage the bid calendar, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Develop complete and competitive estimates within typical 2–3 week proposal timelines.
• Prepare and issue requests for bids, review subcontractor/vendor quotes, and level bids for accuracy.
• Lead and participate in preconstruction meetings, collaborating with internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Assemble detailed cost estimates for a variety of delivery methods, including design-build and MEP-heavy projects.
• Manage information flow to ensure alignment between project team members during the preconstruction phase (typically 8 months–1 year).
• Coordinate and procure subcontractor and vendor participation, maintaining relationships to ensure quality and competitiveness.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, typically 3 at a time.
• Utilize industry-standard software including On-Screen Takeoff, Procore (document control), Excel, and Word.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of estimating and/or preconstruction experience
• Strong understanding of design-build processes and MEP systems.
• Experience with competitive bidding.
• Proven ability to work independently while following established procedures and guidelines.
• Strong leadership skills to guide teams and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred (certifications in Construction Management a plus).
• Experience with prevailing wage projects helpful but not required.

Travel: Primarily office-based with occasional job walks (1–2 days per month). Some relocation assistance may be considered for the right candidate.