Senior Estimator

Swinerton Builders

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Sacramento CA Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted April 26, 2025 Last posted July 29, 2025
Job description

Compensation Range

$117,500.00 - $195,800.00 Annual Salary

Job Description Summary:

Overall planning and management of estimating activities for specific construction projects, including preparation, interpretation and presentation of estimates.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Able to perform all Estimator responsibilities
• Review project plans, requirements and specifications
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
• Coordinate subcontract solicitations and job walks
• Determine labor and construction equipment costs
• Prepare conceptual estimates
• Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules
• Submit requisitions for purchase of materials
• Compare competitive trade bids
• Review preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with Project Manager
• Secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters)
• Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractors
• Participate in bid compilation on bid day
• Assist jobsite staff with estimates after bid award
• Perform post-bid buyouts (if applicable)
• Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractors
• Supervise and train estimating staff (if applicable)
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years Estimating experience
• Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
• Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations
• Working knowledge of construction costs and principles
• Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)
• Drafting and computer skills

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS

This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.

About this role

Summary

Manage estimating activities for construction projects, prepare and present estimates.

Job title

Senior Estimator

Experience level

5+ years

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Located in Sacramento, CA; remote work not allowed.

Salary

$117,500.00 - $195,800.00

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

engineeringconstruction managementarchitectural degreeestimatingquantity takeoffsdraftingcomputer skills

Preferred skills

purchasing accountingengineering designproject management

Specializations

estimatingconstructionproject management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Sacramento, CA, USA

On-site City