An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
Sales Estimator Pomona, CA Full-time $88,500-$105,750 base + commission American Precast Concrete and Concrete Fence Installers are looking for an experienced estimator who wants more than a support role. This is an opportunity to take real ownership of how work is qualified, priced, presented and improved—and to build an estimating function that can scale with a growing, vertically integrated business. What you will
Do:
The proposal queue: priorities, aging, work in progress and dependable turnaround commitments. Complete quantity takeoffs and cost build-ups from plans, specifications and field-verified conditions for precast walls, fencing, repairs, hardscape and material-supply scopes. Clear, fact-based bid/no-bid recommendations, including written reasoning when a project is not the right fit. Accurate proposals with well-written scope, assumptions, alternates and exclusions that protect the customer and the company from surprises.
The pricing conversation:
present the estimate, explain the value and re-scope thoughtfully when needed instead of defaulting to discounts.
Estimate-to-actual feedback:
use completed-job labor, material and margin results to improve future pricing and decision-making. Continuous improvement of estimating tools, templates, cost libraries and handoffs with sales, operations and leadership. What will help you succeed Five or more years of estimating experience with a self-performing specialty subcontractor in concrete, precast, masonry, fencing, hardscape, retaining walls or a closely related trade. The ability to build a cost from a drawing set—not simply populate a prebuilt template. Direct accountability for estimates that were presented to customers and tracked through award, execution and final margin. Sound judgment about project fit, risk and when not to bid. A disciplined habit of writing specific scope, assumptions and exclusions. Strong Excel skills and proficiency with a takeoff platform such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, STACK or a comparable tool. Confidence communicating with general contractors, owners and internal operations teams. Prefered but
Not Required:
Precast concrete product knowledge. California public-works experience, including prevailing wage, certified payroll, DIR registration and bid bonds. Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills. Experience with HubSpot, Asana, Buildertrend or similar systems. A track record of rebuilding or scaling an estimating process. Compensation and work structure Base salary: $88,500-$105,750 Commission Vacation Sicktime Holidays 401
K Pay:
$88,500.00 - $105,750.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) 3% Match 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of construction estimating experience do you have? Have you estimated for a self-performing specialty contractor in concrete, precast, masonry, fencing, hardscape, retaining walls, or a closely related trade? Can you independently complete a quantity takeoff and full cost estimate from plans and specifications without relying on a prebuilt estimate? Which estimating and takeoff tools have you used? How do you identify missing, conflicting, or unclear information in plans and specifications? What is the pay range you are looking for? What have you sold in the past?
