Traffic Estimator

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Traffic Estimator
Location: Fremont CA Pay/Salary Range: Salary Range: $100,000 - $155,000/year + Bonus + ESOP
Benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Bonus Opportunity, Exceptional Benefits
Full-Time
Direct Hire We are actively seeking a Traffic Estimator to join a growing infrastructure and specialty construction organization. In this highly visible role, you will help drive project success by developing accurate, competitive estimates for traffic and construction-related work. You'll collaborate closely with project leadership, vendors, subcontractors, and clients while contributing to projects that support vital public and private infrastructure. If you enjoy analyzing complex plans, building winning proposals, and working with a collaborative team, this opportunity offers meaningful impact and professional growth.
Reasons to Join This Team

• Be part of a well-established and expanding organization with a strong reputation in its industry.
• Contribute to projects that improve transportation systems, infrastructure, and community development.
• Work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Gain exposure to diverse projects, clients, and construction disciplines.
• Participate in an employee-focused culture that values collaboration, accountability, and professional development.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Evaluate drawings, specifications, and contract documents to determine complete project requirements.
• Create detailed cost estimates covering labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing analyses using historical data, market conditions, and industry benchmarks.
• Solicit, review, and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations to support competitive bid strategies.
• Partner with project leadership to prepare proposals, bid submissions, and RFP responses.
• Maintain organized estimating records, documentation, and supporting bid materials.
• Attend pre-bid activities and support planning efforts related to scheduling and project execution.
• Provide updated estimate information throughout the project lifecycle as scope changes occur.
• Build productive relationships with clients, vendors, purchasing teams, project managers, and other stakeholders.
• Identify potential project risks and opportunities that may impact cost, schedule, or resource planning.

To Be Successful in This Role, You'll Bring

• 5+ years of experience in traffic estimating, construction estimating, electrical construction, telecommunications construction, or a related field.
• Strong ability to interpret plans, technical specifications, and construction documentation.
• Experience preparing takeoffs, cost models, proposals, and bid packages.
• Knowledge of labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing methodologies.
• Proficiency with estimating software and project documentation systems.
• Effective negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with a demonstrated capacity to manage multiple deadlines.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or an equivalent combination of relevant education and industry experience.
• Ability to work extensively with computers and estimating platforms.
• Capability to conduct field visits and navigate active project sites.
• Visual capability to review plans, diagrams, maps, and technical project information.

Take the Next Step in Your Estimating Career Start by applying, then call Sophia at 888-303-5627 or email sophia@go2dynamic.com with any questions to learn more!
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