Senior Estimator, Infrastructure

Webcor

. Prepare detailed cost estimates for proposed infrastructure and heavy civil projects, including competitive bids and negotiated work .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesSenior💰 $175,050 - $192,550 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of construction costs, principles, and estimating methodologies, with a strong focus on infrastructure projects. Proven ability to lead estimating teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and deliver strategic-level conceptual estimates.

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Advanced Knowledge Of Construction CostsTen Years Of Estimating ExperienceProficient In WinEst And OSTDesign-Build Project ExperienceAbility To Lead Constructability Reviews

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimationQuantity Take-OffsUnit-Pricing Contract StructuresValue EngineeringConceptual EstimatesConstruction DrawingsRisk Management ToolsNegotiated BidsProduction-Based EstimatingAnalytical Ability

Soft Skills

Strategic CommunicationProblem-SolvingAttention To DetailCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

WinEstOSTRevitExcelBuildingConnected

Industry Keywords

Civil ConstructionInfrastructure ProjectsGMP ProcessesSubcontractor RelationshipsConstruction Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare detailed cost estimates for proposed infrastructure and heavy civil projects, including competitive bids and negotiated work
Lead estimating teams in quantity take-offs and application of unit costs
Invite subcontractors to submit pricing and create complete, easy-to-follow bid packages
Review construction documents to determine the nature and scope of work
Collaborate with architects, owner representatives, subcontractors, suppliers, and Webcor employees
Participate in design meetings with owners and architects
Engage subject matter experts to provide cost, schedule, quality, and constructability feedback during design
Manage relationships with owners and architects
Develop strategic-level conceptual estimates
Build relationships with the local subcontractor market
Compile and verify subcontractor cost data for final estimates
Support value engineering and price architectural alternatives to identify cost savings
Maintain and update the master subcontractor list
Lead, develop, and motivate junior team members
Peer review work for accuracy and perform other assigned projects and tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience
Typically, minimum ten years of diversified estimating and construction experience required
Prior field experience in civil construction supporting infrastructure work is preferred
Working knowledge of infrastructure construction costs, production-based estimating, and unit-pricing contract structures
Working knowledge of construction costs and principles
Advanced knowledge of construction costs and principles
Advanced knowledge of WinEst, OST, Revit, Excel, and BuildingConnected
Advanced knowledge of construction drawings, costs, and principles
Advanced knowledge and understanding of costs to prepare conceptual estimates
General knowledge of negotiated bids, hard bids, and GMP processes
Ability to lead constructability reviews
Design-Build project and estimating experience
Advanced knowledge of insurance, bonds, contingencies, and mark-ups
Ability to utilize risk management tools such as Risk Register during project pursuits and preconstruction services
Advanced knowledge of value engineering and design trend log utilization
Proficient in strategic communication and delivering impactful messages to diverse audiences
Strategic customer focus and collaboration with multiple stakeholders
Strategic decision-making, sound judgment, analytical ability, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and strong attention to detail
Ability to sit for long periods, use standard office equipment, and occasionally stoop, kneel, and lift up to 15 pounds