Senior Civil Preconstruction Estimator & Heavy Civil Project Manager
Company Name: BRIXCO Construction, Inc.
Location: Milpitas, CA (San Jose & South Bay / Regional Bay Area Infrastructure Operations)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday
Industry: Heavy Civil Construction, Public Works, Site Development, Earthwork, Underground Utilities, and Bay Area Infrastructure
Pay Scale: $120,000.00 to $140,000.00+ annual base salary based on preconstruction experience
Incentives: Performance Bonus Structure, Company Vehicle & Fuel Card, Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage, Retirement Plan with Company Match, Paid Time Off, Professional Development
The Opportunity
BRIXCO Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Preconstruction Estimator & Heavy Civil Project Manager to lead preconstruction estimating, quantity take-offs, and bid lifecycle management across our regional Bay Area portfolio in Milpitas, CA.
In this pivotal technical leadership role, you will bridge the gap between preconstruction planning and field executionmanaging competitive bids, public works estimates, and private site development proposals from initial plan review through quantity take-offs, subcontractor negotiations, and project turnover. Working on high-value Bay Area civil infrastructure, earthwork, utility, and paving projects, you will apply accurate cost controls, risk evaluations, and trade relationships to secure profitable contracts. If you bring a strong background in civil estimating software (e.g., HCSS, Agtek, Bluebeam), Caltrans/municipal spec literacy, and a proven bidding track record, BRIXCO Construction provides top-tier Bay Area compensation, a company vehicle/fuel card, and long-term career growth tracks.
Key Responsibilities
- Cost Estimating & Plan Analysis: Analyze civil engineering drawings, structural profiles, geotechnical reports, and project specs to build comprehensive, competitive cost estimates for public and private civil projects.
- Quantity Take-Offs & Takeoff Modeling: Perform detailed civil quantity take-offs (earthwork cut/fill, underground utility runs, paving yardage, concrete structures) and labor/equipment productivity breakdowns using digital estimating tools.
- Subcontractor Bidding & Buyout: Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate scope proposals from trade subcontractors and material suppliers to secure competitive pricing, qualified scope coverage, and vendor compliance.
- Preconstruction Risk & Historical Cost Management: Evaluate project execution risks, constructability challenges, and site access constraints; maintain an active database of historical unit costs, labor productivity metrics, and material pricing.
- Field Turnover & Project Handoff: Lead seamless handoff transitions from won bids to field project superintendentsproviding baselined cost models, scope sheets, and preliminary CPM construction schedules.
- Change Order & Financial Oversight: Assist field teams with scope evaluations, change order cost pricing, and financial estimate presentations for senior executive review.
- Site Investigations & Field Audits: Conduct thorough pre-bid site walk-throughs to verify existing conditions, evaluate utility conflicts, and identify jobsite logistical risks across Bay Area project locations.
- Client & Stakeholder Relations: Serve as the primary preconstruction contact for municipal owners, private developers, civil engineers, and trade partners to build trust and capture repeat bidding opportunities.
What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)
Required
- Civil Estimating Tenure: Minimum 5 years of dedicated experience in heavy civil construction estimating, preconstruction management, or project cost controls.
- Civil Systems Mastery: Deep knowledge of civil construction methodologiesincluding bulk earthwork, grading, wet utilities (storm, water, sewer), asphalt paving, structural concrete, and site logistics.
- Software Infrastructure Competency: High proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Advanced Excel) and civil estimation/takeoff platforms (e.g., HCSS HeavyBid, Agtek, B2W, or Bluebeam Revu).
- Regional Regulatory Literacy: Familiarity with Bay Area municipal building codes, Caltrans specifications, CEQA/environmental compliance, and Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) guidelines.
- Mobility Credentials: Valid Driver License with an insurable driving record to operate company-provided vehicles for site investigations and client meetings across the Bay Area.
Preferred
- Language Capabilities: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
- Educational Foundation: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary Package: $120,000.00 to $140,000.00+ base annual salary customized to civil estimation experience and bid win records.
- Fleet & Travel Provisions: Company vehicle provided alongside a corporate fuel card for business travel and jobsite visits.
- Performance Upside: Direct eligibility for competitive annual performance bonuses tied to bidding margin success.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Wealth & Retirement: Retirement savings plan with company participation/match.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) allocations covering paid company holidays, vacation days, and personal sick leave.
- Professional Growth: Direct support for ongoing technical training, industry certifications (e.g., HCSS/Agtek master classes), and preconstruction leadership development.
About BRIXCO Construction, Inc.
BRIXCO Construction, Inc. is a premier civil construction contractor delivering safe, high-quality infrastructure, site development, and public works projects across the San Francisco Bay Area. We foster an empowering work culture where technical estimators make a direct impact on business growth, bid wins, and project profitability.
Selection choices are guided strictly by job-related capabilities, technical engineering skills, and verified preconstruction performance records.
