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Sun Country Builders · 2 days ago

Senior Estimator

Carlsbad, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

8+ years exp

Sun Country Builders is an award-winning general contractor specializing in multi-family affordable housing. They are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to play a key role in preconstruction and bidding efforts, focusing on delivering accurate and competitive cost estimates while collaborating with project teams.

ConstructionReal EstateResidential

Responsibilities

Perform accurate digital on-screen takeoffs and quantity surveys

Prepare detailed cost estimates for new construction and renovation projects

Review, analyze, and level subcontractor and vendor proposals

Interpret construction drawings, specifications, owner requirements, and regulatory criteria

Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors

Develop and maintain historical cost data to support future estimates and early-stage concept budgets

Assist with project budgets, RFP packages, and preconstruction presentations

Qualification

Digital takeoff toolsConstruction estimatingReading construction plansGeneral Contractor experienceAffordable housing experienceRenovation estimatingAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilities

Required

8–10+ years of experience as an Estimator in the construction industry

Strong proficiency with digital takeoff and estimating tools (Bluebeam, OST, or similar)

Excellent ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications

Proven success supporting competitive bids and accurate estimates

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Comfort working directly with clients and project stakeholders

High school diploma or equivalent required

Preferred

General Contractor experience

Affordable housing project experience

Renovation estimating experience

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Real opportunities for professional growth

Company

Sun Country Builders

Sun Country Builders is a real estate and construction service company.

Founded in 1979

Carlsbad, California, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.suncountrybuilders.net/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Recent News

San Diego Business Journal

Carlsbad Builder Made a Career Building Affordable Housing

2024-06-04

Times of San Diego

Community, Developers Celebrate Opening of $75M Affordable Housing Projects

2024-06-04

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