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Shimmick Estimator in Irvine, California
Overview
Shimmick is seeking a highly talented Estimator based out of Irvine, San Diego, Los Angelos, CA, or remotely within California . This challenging position will provide an excellent growth opportunity while improving the infrastructure of the region.
Shimmick has a long history of completing complex water projects, ranging from the world’s largest wastewater recycling and purification system in California to the record-setting Hoover Dam. In 2021, we began a transformation to re-envision our strategy to meet the nation’s growing need for water and other critical infrastructure.
Today, Shimmick is at the forefront of delivering solutions to meet the nation’s growing demand for water infrastructure.
Our commitment extends to water treatment, water conveyance, water storage, flood protection, environmental projects, and more. Our solid foundation of enduring client relationships, financial stability, market leadership, effective risk management, and strategic presence in key regions ensures our ability to execute this crucial mission.
According to Engineering News Record, in 2023, Shimmick was nationally ranked as a top ten builder of water supply (#6), dams and reservoirs (#7), and water treatment and desalination plants (#7).
Led by industry veterans with 20+ years of experience
Solid foundation: client relationships, financial stability, and market leadership
Southwest Division
Shimmick’s Southwest Division, headquartered in Irvine, California, focuses on large public owners in Southern California, across water resources, water treatment, transportation and transit markets. Over the past decade, the division has grown tremendously, securing major projects, including the $350 million North City Pure Water Facility (https://www.shimmick.com/portfolio/north-city-pure-water-facility/) in San Diego at the $200 million Groundwater Replenishment System (https://www.shimmick.com/portfolio/groundwater-replenishment-system-expansion/) in Orange County.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
Reviews and interprets project drawings, specifications, contracts and owner provided documents.
Develops detailed material take-offs for estimate development and procurement of bulk materials.
Understands construction means, methods, and sequencing.
Understands how various constraints may impact the estimate.
Analyzes and incorporates historical data into production factors.
Prepares scope and bid package breakdowns for trade partners
Communicates with trade partners to ensure correct scope and cost.
Assists with post-bid subcontracts and material contracts.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous heavy civil construction experience
Experience on water / wastewater / transit / transportation projects
Knowledge of inEight (or similar) estimating software
Strong problem-solving skills and consistent attention to detail
Work independently and effectively to prioritize multiple tasks
Highly organized with excellent time management skills
Strong verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
Additional Information:
Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
The salary range for this position is between $105,000.00 - 145,000 per year depending on experience and/or education.
Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical - including a NO-COST option, dental, and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in a Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account. The Company also provides employer paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, basic life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment, an Employee Assistance Program, and Paid Time Off. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include 401(k) with employer match, pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection, and tuition reimbursement.
These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Job Locations US-CA-Irvine | US-CA-San Diego | US
ID 2024-2605
Category Estimation
Type Full Time
Shimmick
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