ABOUT THE JOB
Rodriguez Construction Group is looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join our team and lead preconstruction efforts on some of our most impactful projects. This is a key leadership role responsible for developing accurate, competitive estimates and helping drive successful project outcomes from concept through award.
Job Responsibilities:
As part of the Estimating Department, the estimator will perform their duties and responsibilities in support of the department’s mission to win work through the development and submission of high-quality estimates and proposals. The following responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position.
- Lead the development of detailed and accurate cost estimates and proposals
- Review project solicitation documents and identify scope gaps or questions
- Evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope, pricing, and risk
- Perform conceptual and fixed-price estimating
- Develop cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and utilities
- Manage prequalification packages and pre-bid submissions
- Identify risks and develop contingency strategies to support project success
- Collaborate with internal teams and conduct site visits as needed
- Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
Job Qualifications/Skills:
As the Senior Estimator, you will need to be a team player, detail-oriented, highly organized, hardworking, and able to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work under pressure to meet/set goals, budgets, and deadlines. Specific qualifications/skills include:
- Advanced computer skills and ability to use web-based construction management programs, take-off software, scheduling software, and estimating templates/programs, etc.
- Experience with fixed price, design-build, or self-perform estimating
- Experience with government projects
- Background in concrete, masonry, steel, or interiors
- Proficiency with cloud-based construction and estimating software
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent degree
- 4–8 years of experience in construction estimating or related roles
- Strong understanding of construction documents and estimating practices
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to obtain)
Physical Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work time may be evenly split between office settings or outside meetings. Limited local travel is required.
- Frequent computer use.
- Primarily sedentary work with occasional bending and reaching.
- Regularly required to speak clearly and hear the spoken word as well.
- Regularly required to read and write clearly.
Benefits:
We strive to create an environment that provides our associates with the right balance between work and family life. Our package includes:
- Comprehensive compensation based on education/experience
- Medical, dental, life insurance, and a health savings account
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid Time & Holidays
- Referral Program
- Professional development and training
