Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator - Highway & Airfield Concrete Repair

Job Category: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000(DOE)Base +Benefits +Allowances and Bonus!

Schedule: Monday-Friday

BBSI has partnered with a trusted leader in California's concrete repair industry-specializing in concrete sawing, joint sealing, and structural restoration for highway, airfield, and commercial projects. As a family-owned business with exceptionally low turnover, we are known for our commitment to quality, integrity, and treating employees like family.

The company maintains a Dun & Bradstreet rating of 3A1, has never missed a bonus in more than four decades, and proudly develops employees through cross-training and long-term career growth. Most team members retire here-a true testament to the company culture.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our amazing team. This role is ideal for a motivated professional with expertise in civil concrete repair, highway/airfield work, and long-term capital improvement projects.

Reporting directly to ownership, this individual will estimate, manage, and oversee concrete repair projects from bid preparation through closeout-ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards. This position is pivotal as the organization transitions to its third generation of leadership and pursues accelerated growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate take-offs, cost estimates, scopes of work, and proposals for highway, airfield, and commercial concrete repair projects.
• Review plans, job specifications, and perform computer-based quantity take-offs.
• Manage awarded projects through scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, and client communication.
• Ensure projects meet company standards for timeliness, profitability, and quality.
• Oversee documentation, reporting, and project controls from start to finish.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and agency partners.
• Support field teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant project execution.
• Wear multiple hats as needed in a collaborative, cross-trained team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating and project management experience in concrete repair, civil construction, or similar fields.
• Strong ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Experience with Caltrans, airfield, or highway concrete paving projects is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Excel and computer-based take-off programs.
• Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple long-term and fast-turn projects simultaneously.
• Motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a high-performing, family-oriented team.

Why Join our Organization?

• Industry-leading reputation with major clients including Caltrans, LAWA, City of Los Angeles, and military bases statewide.
• Stability and longevity-employees build careers here, not stepping stones.
• Growing organization with leadership transition opportunities and expanded responsibilities for the right person.
• Work in an environment where your expertise is valued and your impact is seen.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary
• Bonus Program: Lucrative annual bonuses (paid every year for 42+ years)
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision PAID for employee and family
• Company Vehicle & Credit Card
• Paid Vacation, Sick leave, and Holidays
• Long-term career growth in a thriving, financially strong organization

For immediate consideration call or text JP 909-921-8569

send resume: jeanette.placencia@bbsi.com

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