Chief estimator Jobs in Irvine, CA

Estimator Hoa & Reconstruction

Location: Los Angeles or Orange County, California

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $95,000$125,000 base salary, plus performance-based bonus

ParkerBeth Search Partners is recruiting an experienced Estimator for a long-established Southern California contractor specializing in HOA, multifamily, commercial painting, and reconstruction.

This is not a basic painting-estimator role. The company needs someone who can assess reconstruction conditions, interpret SB326 reports, understand wood replacement and carpentry scopes, and build accurate estimates that protect both margin and project execution.

The organization has operated since 1974 and is in a period of meaningful growth and modernization. Leadership is separating estimating from project management, strengthening operational accountability, and investing in systems and people who can help scale the business correctly.

Why This Role Stands Out

Established Southern California contractor with more than 50 years in business

Approximately $7 million in active backlog and growing

Direct access to executive and production leadership

Opportunity to shape estimating standards and mentor junior staff

Strong bonus potential tied to bid performance and profitability

Diversified HOA, multifamily, and commercial project portfolio

Vehicle allowance or mileage reimbursement for site travel

What You Will Do

Prepare detailed estimates for painting and reconstruction projects

Conduct site walks and evaluate access, materials, labor, and repair conditions

Read and interpret drawings, specifications, maintenance reports, and SB326 reports

Develop clear scopes, assumptions, exclusions, takeoffs, and proposal pricing

Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing

Manage bid timelines, RFIs, revisions, and internal approvals

Partner with business development, production, and project management

Support clean project handoffs from estimating into operations

Track estimate accuracy, win rates, and gross-margin performance

Mentor junior estimators and improve estimating consistency

What You Bring

Five or more years of construction estimating experience

Reconstruction, building repair, restoration, or occupied-property experience

Strong knowledge of wood replacement, decks, carpentry, and related repair scopes

Ability to interpret SB326 reports and consultant recommendations

HOA, multifamily, or community-association experience preferred

Strong understanding of labor, materials, production rates, and project risk

Experience with Infor, Sage, or comparable estimating and accounting systems

Clear client communication and proposal-development skills

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $95,000$125,000, depending on experience

Performance-based bonus opportunity

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k), subject to company plan

Vehicle allowance or mileage reimbursement

This role is best suited for an estimator who understands how reconstruction work is actually built and wants more influence over scope quality, margins, and operational performance.

ParkerBeth Search Partners brings over 20 years of recruitment expertise, specializing in connecting top talent with leading companies in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. We are dedicated to integrity, long-term partnerships, and helping both clients and candidates achieve lasting success.

ParkerBeth is an equal opportunity executive search and staffing firm. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.