Construction Estimator

Company: Holland Brooks Builders, Inc.
Location: Martinez
Posted on: February 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Construction Project Estimator We are looking for a detail-oriented Construction Estimator to bid jobs, obtain all relevant project specifications, determine building materials, analyze the scope of work for any potential setbacks, secure favorable prices on subcontractors and vendors, build construction schedules, manage the budget, ascertain projects are completed within budget and schedule. You should also have a strong salesperson presentation responsible for assessing and evaluating client needs, communicating/negotiating with new clients and generating new business. Our ideal candidate can oversee multiple projects from all aspects: design, estimating, owner selections, and execution. We are looking for someone who has excellent people and communication skills and is able to think outside of the box for creative problem-solving who is hard-working and a passionate team member to own this role! Job Responsibilities: Proactive, flexible, team player who is comfortable working in a small company environment and taking on a leadership role Develop new business, obtain new clients, develop client relations to gain optimal awarded projects Be able to generate new work from reaching out and identifying other companies/clients that align with the work we perform Maintain relationship with existing clients to be point of contact for future business Responsible for accurate and timely estimating and management of assigned projects Collect all pertinent documents including property plans, drawings, layouts, and project specifications Study documentation, meet with clients, inspect the construction site to fully understand what work is required Bid projects with accurate pricing that detail materials, labor, trades, costs, and time frames, detail scope, specification, and production rates Meet with clients to discuss contract terms about our offers Obtain multiple quotes for subs/vendors and select the most suitable offers Negotiate with subs/service providers to secure better prices Outline the scope of work to have clear visibility of work to be performed Develop schedule/charts of how much time will be needed to complete all phases Perform risk assessments to account for potential deviations from the project plan Manages jobs according to schedule, on budget, and at or above bid-day gross profit margin Positive and upbeat; find the positives in every situation, provide a good experience and easy to work with Understanding different personality traits to better communicate and read the needs of clients Construction Estimator Requirements: Previous experience as an estimator/project manager for a minimum of 5 years in a general contracting company Degree in mechanical engineering, architecture, or similar Demonstrable experience as a construction estimator, relevant training and/or certification Strong computer experience, word, excel, google (all work must be done on an Ipad) Competence with analysis, numeration, research, and the use of spreadsheet and scheduling software The ability to work well in a team environment is also essential for this position. Forward-looking, able to see the problem well in advance, having a solution in place before a crisis Ability to forecast the cost of high-ticket, involved building developments Outstanding research and proposal writing skills Able to read drawings, plans, and blueprints Able to work in high-stress conditions and quickly changing environments Excellent organizational and leadership skills, able to communicate and report effectively Good physical condition and stamina, able to stand and walk for long periods of time Ability to lift 50 lbs Reliable transportation Compensation: $80K - $100K yearly annual salary commission 8 Paid Holidays 9 Accruable Sick Days per year after 1st 90 Days 401k plan after 1 year 1 week vacation after 1 year I-Pad Company Description Holland Brooks Builders, Inc. is a general contractor focused on remodeling multi-family apartment units with work concentration in Alameda/Contra Costa counties and the San Francisco Bay Area. Company Description Holland Brooks Builders, Inc. is a general contractor focused on remodeling multi-family apartment units with work concentration in Alameda/Contra Costa counties and the San Francisco Bay Area.

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