Foundation is currently seeking applications for the position of Estimator in its Oakley, CA office.

The primary responsibility of this position is to prepare thorough, accurate, and timely proposals and project estimates.  Some project management may occur on a specific application or specialized project basis.  Projects may be located in Northern or Southern California.

Foundation is an employee-owned company that has been in business for over 50 years.  We offer an exceptional wage and benefits package with the opportunity for career advancement and company ownership.  Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements of the position include: 

• Understanding of common estimating practices and procedures;
• Collaboration with subcontractors, suppliers, field and office personnel;
• Understanding of general means and methods of the heavy civil construction trades;
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications;
• Proven history of estimating, planning, managing, and supervising multiple and concurrent projects;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong computer, time management, and interpersonal skills;
• Knowledge of Estimating Software and HCSS is a plus
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management;
• E. in California is a plus
• At least five years of combined experience in estimating and/or project management in heavy civil construction;
• Prior experience with deep foundations - driven pile, drilled shaft, auger cast, shoring, ground improvement, and helical piles is a significant plus.
• Excellent written and oral communicator.
• Ability to prioritize work load and consistently meet deadlines
• Business Development experience, building and growing relationships with Project Owners, Contractors and Engineers.
• Participate in and represent the Company in industry events including; PDCA, AGC and ADSC

About Foundation Constructors, Inc.

Serving California, Nevada, and Arizona, Foundation’s teams have been recognized as leaders in the construction industry’s deep foundation, ground improvement, and shoring sectors since the company’s inception in 1971. With custom-built equipment and skilled civil engineering and construction teams, Foundation has developed and implemented some of the most effective pile driving, drilled shaft, ground improvement, and earth retention construction techniques in the industry. Foundation has two wholly-owned subsidiaries: Foundation Pile, Inc. and Foundation Power, Inc. Foundation Pile provides deep foundation, ground improvement, and shoring services on projects in Southern California and Arizona while Foundation Power is our utility division, providing deep drilling for utility infrastructure throughout California. All of our Foundation crews are skilled and dedicated to their respective crafts, and the company is respected throughout the industry for its collective commitment to excellence on every project.

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