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Estimator - Bay Area Public Works

Teichert, Inc.
United States, California, Pleasanton
5200 Franklin Drive (Show on map)
Apr 21, 2025
Estimator - Bay Area Public Works

(Multiple Positions Available)

Actively supports the achievement of Estimating function's goals and objectives. Shares knowledge and stays abreast of evolving industry trends and best practices, including new techniques and equipment used in industry. Ensures a focus on long range priorities, customer feedback, and continuously strives to make improvements to day-to-day processes and procedures. Collaborates across area offices and supports consistent estimating practices and administrative procedures. Ensures policies, procedures, and standards are adhered to as well as protect the company's interests. Establishes, promotes, and protects Teichert's values including diversity, teamwork, fair work environment, and respect of others. Maintains a "team" spirit within the business unit. Works and cooperates with other disciplines (across company lines). Uses resources effectively and efficiently. Promotes and protects the community perception of Teichert. Accurately prepares estimates. Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope. Determines required contents of estimates and evaluates historical data in order to project unit and man hour figures. Completes projects on time, in accordance to business and company standards, policies, and procedures. Establishes and coordinates completion dates and technical specifications in estimates for project teams. Specifically: calculates complete takeoff for scope of work using computer aided system; estimates manpower, equipment, and material needs; coordinates with field personnel to schedule work; and continually evaluates progress and results. Coordinates job set up by preparing breakdowns, subcontracts, purchase orders, and other required documents on procured projects. Reviews plans and field changes. Prepares change orders, as required. Partners with Project Managers and Superintendents on problem resolution, implementing ongoing efficiencies, and improving ways of accomplishing project goals. Recommends and incorporates changes in procedures, objectives, or best solutions based on cost, engineering quality, and availability of materials. Identifies, and acts upon, potential lines of business and new client prospects to assist with creating new business opportunities. Builds and maintains positive client relationships resulting in increased business, repeat customers, and industry referrals. Communicates company and project policies, procedures, and standards. Gathers feedback and continuously makes improvements to work processes, practices, and equipment. Assists in achieving a zero-injury culture through the support of Teichert's Injury Prevention and Safety program and active participation in appropriate safety meetings and training sessions to maintain a safe, healthy work environment and meet corporate safety standards. Completes internal administrative organization and documentation, including project logs, files, records and reports pertaining to Estimating function. May include bids, cost estimates, state and federal regulations and codes. Contributes to written and up-to-date estimating guidelines, manuals, and policies and procedures. Requires little intermittent travel within the State of California approximately once per month for a duration of 1-2 days.

Education and Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field
  • 5 years of estimating experience in construction
OR
  • Master's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field
  • 3 years of estimating experience in construction
Special Requirements
  • Experience must include the following -
    • 2 years of experience estimating grading and/or paving for public works agencies
    • 2 years of experience estimating projects in the Monterey and/or San Francisco Bay Area
  • Ability to complete a pre-employment drug, alcohol, and background investigation
  • Possession of a Valid Driver's License
  • Demonstrated proficiency in the following: Microsoft Office; Takeoff software such as Agtek or Bluebeam; Estimating software, such as HCSS HeavyBid or Sharpe; Project management software, such as HeavyJob
  • Technical competence in construction
Salary Range
$133,723 - $178,967 per year.

If you are interested in applying for the above referenced position, please apply at https://teichert.com/teichert-way/our-partners/careers/

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