About the Company:
A well-established heavy civil general engineering contractor, specializing in marine and infrastructure work, is seeking marine construction professionals, as they have an urgent need to employ a Marine Construction Estimator or Project Engineer to join their team in Southern California. This is a high-growth opportunity, as their current and only estimator is nearing retirement. Direct, through-put estimating experience is not necessary, as the current estimator will stay on long enough to train and mentor for 1-3 years. Afterwards, this employee will retire, leaving a clear pathway for the Chief Estimator position. Increases in salary are certain to follow a successful first year. This contractor self-performs a high percentage of its work with in-house crews and specialized equipment.
The company is experiencing growth, which is occurring at the unfortunate time when many long-time employees are nearing retirement. So, this is an ideal growth opportunity for marine construction professionals in their first 5-10 years of their career. This company has many decades of profound market-share in the San Diego area, a leading contractor for NAVY contracts at the downtown and maritime waterfronts.
About the Position:
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the full estimating process: review drawings, conduct site visits, perform quantity take-offs, prepare scopes of work, and solicit subcontractor/supplier pricing.
- Identify wage rates, develop pricing strategies, negotiate contracts, and process change orders.
- Monitor procurement sites for relevant project opportunities from federal and local agencies.
- Assist in developing project work plans, schedules, and submittals.
- Draft subcontracts, interface with owners and engineers, and coordinate RFIs and submittals.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical project documentation.
- Support additional tasks as assigned.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in marine construction estimating.
- PE license and a degree in civil or construction-related engineering preferred (not required).
- Strong ability to interpret blueprints, perform take-offs, and understand labor/equipment requirements.
- Familiarity with applicable wage rates and production rates for marine and civil scopes.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with estimating software (HCSS preferred).
- Valid driver's license, ability to pass a drug screening and federal background check.
- Prior experience with federal marine construction projects (e.g., USACE/NAVFAC) is a strong plus.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Weekly pay schedule
- Some travel may be required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- In-person work required
- Must be willing to relocate to San Diego, CA (prior to start date)