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Swinerton ยท 4 months ago

Chief Estimator

The Swinerton Family of Companies provides construction services throughout the Western United States. They are seeking a Chief Estimator to oversee the estimating department and manage estimating activities for specific construction projects, ensuring accurate estimates and effective coordination with subcontractors and project managers.

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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Able to perform all essential Senior Estimator responsibilities
Supervise and train estimating staff
Review project plans, requirements and specifications
Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
Coordinate subcontract solicitations and jobwalks
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

Qualification

Estimating experienceConstruction managementRead specificationsEngineering degreeDrafting skillsArchitectural degreeQuantity takeoffsPurchasing accountingConstruction costs knowledgeMake calculationsProject management experience

Required

Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience
Minimum 8 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
Leadership and supervisory skills

Preferred

Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)
Drafting and computer skills

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
DashPass delivery membership
Additional term life insurance
Long term care insurance
Critical illness and accidental injury insurance
Pet insurance
Legal plan
Identity theft protection
Other voluntary benefit options

Company

Swinerton

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The Swinerton Family of Companies provides construction services throughout the Western United States.

H1B Sponsorship

Swinerton has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (2)
2024 (2)
2023 (3)
2021 (2)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Lori Dunn-Guion
Senior Vice President, NorCal Region Manager
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Pete Ruiz
Senior Vice President, Region Manager
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