Location: Fairfield, CA
Salary: $45,000-$60,000 per year
Employment Type: Exempt, Full-Time
Relocation: Local candidates only
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated Jr. Estimator to join our team in Fairfield. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a career in estimating and construction. The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable communicating with customers and internal teams, and eager to learn the estimating process.
A background in construction is helpful, and experience with demolition is a strong plus, but it is not required. A degree is not necessary for this position. We are primarily looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, professional, and willing to learn.
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing estimates, proposals, and project documentation
- Review project plans, specifications, and customer requests to help develop accurate estimates
- Communicate with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams as needed
- Assist with gathering project information, pricing, and material costs
- Maintain organized records of estimates, proposals, and related documentation
- Respond to customer emails and phone calls in a professional and timely manner
- Support senior estimators with project research and estimating activities
- Develop an understanding of construction and demolition processes, materials, and costs
- Follow up on estimates and assist with tracking opportunities
- Perform other estimating and administrative duties as needed
Qualifications
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Comfortable using email and basic computer applications
- Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Ability to learn quickly and work well independently and as part of a team
- Professional and confident when communicating with customers
- Construction experience is preferred; demolition experience is a plus
- Previous estimating experience is helpful but not required
- No college degree required
- Must be local to the Fairfield area
Ideal Candidate
This position is a great fit for someone who may be early in their career and wants to get into construction estimating. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, good communication skills, and the desire to learn and grow within the company.
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