Top 12 Chief estimator Jobs in California

Chief Estimator – Public Works & Civil Construction
JERGENSEN CONSTRUCTION INC —Lytle Creek, CA
- $120,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- 11+ years
- Senior level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Chief Estimator – Public Works & Civil Construction
JERGENSEN CONSTRUCTION INC —Adelanto, CA
- $120,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- 11+ years
- Senior level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Chief Estimator – Public Works & Civil Construction
JERGENSEN CONSTRUCTION INC —Piñon Hills, CA
- $120,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- 11+ years
- Senior level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Chief Estimator – Public Works & Civil Construction
JERGENSEN CONSTRUCTION INC —Wrightwood, CA
- $120,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- 11+ years
- Senior level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Chief Estimator - Project Engineer
Transdev —San Dimas, CA
- $136,000 - $169,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 7 years
- Construction site
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Chief Senior Estimator Public Works / Infrastructure/ Education
Moalej Builders, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $130,000 - $250,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Business development experience
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
Chief Estimator
Pavement Recycling Systems, Inc —Jurupa Valley, CA
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Engineering
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Chief Estimator - Tunneling
Frontier-Kemper Constructors, Inc. —Sylmar, CA
- $250,000 - $300,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Office
Structural Fabrication Chief Estimator
MK Consulting Group —California
- Management
- Senior level

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Chief Estimator – Public Works & Civil Construction

JERGENSEN CONSTRUCTION INC
Lytle Creek, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$120,000 - $130,000 a year
7 days ago

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement
Health insurance

Qualifications

Hardscape
Estimating material requirements from blueprints
Bluebeam Revu
Bluebeam
Financial model construction
Financial model development
Spreadsheets
Construction industry experience
Estimating construction project budgets
Cost estimate preparation
Material cost estimating
Document management systems
Technical Proficiency
Excel data analysis

Full Job Description

Chief Estimator – Public Works & Civil Construction – Lead Preconstruction & Bidding for JERGENSEN CONSTRUCTION INC

Job Overview

Company: JERGENSEN CONSTRUCTION INC
Salary/Pay Rate: $120,000 - $130,000 per year.
Location: Phelan, California
Job/Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Project Scope: Civil Construction / Utilities / Sitework (Government or Federal)
Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will step into a pivotal role within our Design & Technical division, directly shaping our project pipeline through strategic public works bidding. This position offers the autonomy to manage the full bid cycle while leveraging your deep technical expertise to secure high-value institutional and federal contracts. Your precise analytical work will drive company growth within a culture that genuinely values your leadership and professional contribution.

How You Will Make an Impact

Source competitive bid opportunities through our established network and prequalified public districts.
Lead project job walks, capture comprehensive site photos, and document real-world field conditions.
Compile vital pre-bid paperwork, including subcontractor need forms and exact bid bond requirements.
Solicit and analyze a minimum of three competitive vendor prices per subcontractor task to ensure cost leveling.
Build and maintain comprehensive estimate spreadsheets, ensuring all custom line items are precisely filled out.
Perform advanced Bluebeam digital takeoffs for earthwork, grading, concrete, framing, and hardscape scopes.
Cross-reference historical cost data across all pricing tiers to ensure maximum bid accuracy and competitiveness.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of 15 years of construction estimating experience, specifically focused on public works or school construction.
Proven proficiency utilizing Bluebeam Revu for detailed quantity takeoffs and document management.
Advanced capability in developing Microsoft Excel spreadsheets with dynamic formulas for cost models.
Solid background estimating diverse scopes including concrete, grading, framing, hardscape, and site supplies.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Experience tracking and bidding projects governed by DSA requirements and public agency bidding laws.
Demonstrated success maintaining a win/loss database to refine strategic pricing trends.
Established relationships with regional subcontractors and material vendors within civil and utility sectors.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive annual salary matching your deep industry expertise.
Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.
Dedicated career development pathway through company-sponsored training and certifications.
Modern technology package including a smartphone or tablet for seamless communication.
Company vehicle provided for official job walks and site visits.
Mileage reimbursement for all company-related travel.

About Us

JERGENSEN CONSTRUCTION INC is a premier name in civil construction, utilities, and public sitework, operating with a strong focus on high-stakes government and federal infrastructure. We foster a collaborative, professional environment where exceptional performance is recognized and your career can grow for the long term. Our team operates with an accountability-driven mindset where you are recognized as a critical leader, never just a number.

JERGENSEN CONSTRUCTION INC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

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