Construction Estimator Jobs in California
Construction Estimator jobs in California are concentrated in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where large-scale commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects keep demand high across senior and junior levels alike. Major employers with an established California presence include Turner Construction, Webcor Builders, and Hensel Phelps, all of which staff estimating teams continuously across the state. The most in-demand specialties are commercial ground-up, civil infrastructure, and tenant improvement work, reflecting California's sustained investment in both public and private development. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Insurance Construction Estimator to join our team. This position is responsible for preparing accurate estimates for residential and commercial property damage projects, primarily related to insurance claims.
The ideal candidate understands the insurance restoration process and is comfortable reviewing property damage, identifying necessary repairs, preparing detailed estimates, and communicating with homeowners, insurance adjusters, project managers, and subcontractors.
Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate and detailed estimates for residential and commercial property repairs related to insurance claims.
- Review property damage documentation, inspection reports, photographs, scopes of work, and other project information to determine the appropriate repairs.
- Create estimates using Xactimate or similar insurance estimating software.
- Review insurance scopes and compare them with the actual work required to identify missing or underestimated items.
- Prepare and submit supplements when additional damage or required work is identified.
- Communicate with insurance adjusters, homeowners, project managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders regarding estimates and project scope.
- Assist with project costs and resolving discrepancies between contractor estimates and insurance estimates.
- Maintain organized documentation, photographs, estimates, correspondence, and claim information.
- Work closely with the production/project management team to ensure the approved scope accurately reflects the work needed to complete the project.
- Identify potential issues early and communicate cost or scope concerns to management.
- Provide professional and timely customer service throughout the estimating process.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in the Greater Los Angeles County Area
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Fuel reimbursement
Work Location: On the road
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Insurance Construction Estimator to join our team. This position is responsible for preparing accurate estimates for residential and commercial property damage projects, primarily related to insurance claims.
The ideal candidate understands the insurance restoration process and is comfortable reviewing property damage, identifying necessary repairs, preparing detailed estimates, and communicating with homeowners, insurance adjusters, project managers, and subcontractors.
Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate and detailed estimates for residential and commercial property repairs related to insurance claims.
- Review property damage documentation, inspection reports, photographs, scopes of work, and other project information to determine the appropriate repairs.
- Create estimates using Xactimate or similar insurance estimating software.
- Review insurance scopes and compare them with the actual work required to identify missing or underestimated items.
- Prepare and submit supplements when additional damage or required work is identified.
- Communicate with insurance adjusters, homeowners, project managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders regarding estimates and project scope.
- Assist with project costs and resolving discrepancies between contractor estimates and insurance estimates.
- Maintain organized documentation, photographs, estimates, correspondence, and claim information.
- Work closely with the production/project management team to ensure the approved scope accurately reflects the work needed to complete the project.
- Identify potential issues early and communicate cost or scope concerns to management.
- Provide professional and timely customer service throughout the estimating process.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in the Greater Los Angeles County Area
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Fuel reimbursement
Work Location: On the road
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction estimator jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency with estimating software such as Bluebeam, Sage Estimating, or PlanSwift
- Three or more years of experience estimating commercial or civil construction projects
- Familiarity with California Division of the State Architect requirements and local building codes
- Ability to perform quantity takeoffs and prepare detailed bid packages independently
- Strong written communication skills for subcontractor scopes and bid clarification letters
Construction Estimator Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction estimator in California?
Most construction estimators in California start with a bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering, often from a Cal Poly, UC Davis, or CSU program. California does not require a state-issued license specifically for estimators, but earning the American Society of Professional Estimators certification or the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering credential strengthens a candidate's profile considerably. Many professionals move into estimating from field superintendent or project engineer roles.
Which companies hire construction estimators in California?
Employers hiring construction estimators in California right now include RIMEPRO, Jobot, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's large commercial general contractors and public works firms account for the greatest share of open estimating roles across the state.
Which California cities have the most construction estimator jobs?
Irvine, San Diego, and Vacaville have the most construction estimator openings in California. Los Angeles generates the largest share of listings driven by its dense commercial and mixed-use development pipeline, while the San Francisco Bay Area's tech-sector build-outs and San Diego's military construction and biotech campus projects sustain steady demand in those markets as well.
Are there remote construction estimator jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since estimators frequently visit job sites and attend pre-bid walkthroughs in person. About 31% of construction estimator openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to focus on quantity takeoff and bid preparation tasks that can be handled off-site.
How can I get hired as a construction estimator in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an estimating assistant or junior estimator role at a mid-size California general contractor, where you support senior estimators on bid preparation and quantity takeoffs. Candidates who come from project engineer or superintendent backgrounds are frequently considered without formal estimating experience. Completing a construction management program at a CSU or Cal Poly campus and building a takeoff portfolio using publicly bid California public works projects gives a strong competitive edge.
Where can I find and apply to construction estimator jobs in California?
You can find and apply to construction estimator jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Search the roles that fit your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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