JR Estimator- Commercial Concrete

Application Instructions

Build Your Estimating Career on the Biggest Concrete Projects in the West

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction (RLW) has spent 50+ years building the bridges, highways, and massive concrete structures that define the western U.S. As part of the Sterling Infrastructure family, we offer the stability of a national builder with the tight-knit, high-energy feel of a regional team.

If you're an up-and-coming estimator who's hungry to learn, grow fast, and work on projects that actually matter - this is where your career takes off.

Why Junior Estimators Love RLW

• • You grow fast - you'll be trained by some of the top concrete estimators in the region, working on real bids from day one.
  • You work on big, meaningful projects - from multi-level parking structures to massive concrete water tanks and complex wastewater treatment facilities that challenge you to grow.
  • Your ideas actually matter - you're not "just a junior." You're part of the bid team and your work impacts whether we win.
  • Real career path - Junior Estimator ? Estimator ? Senior Estimator ? Preconstruction Leader.
  • Tools, tech, and mentorship that help you master concrete estimating the right way.

This role is perfect for someone who's motivated, curious, and ready to build a long-term career in preconstruction.

Bottom Line

If you're hungry, motivated, and ready to learn concrete estimating from the ground up - RLW gives you the projects, training, and career trajectory you won't find anywhere else.

Position Description

What You'll Do

• • Assist with reviewing plans, specs, and project requirements.
  • Perform concrete quantity takeoffs and help develop accurate cost estimates.
  • Research pricing for materials, vendors, equipment, and subcontractors.
  • Help assemble portions of bid packages and proposal documents.
  • Learn the "why" behind estimating - how to think through labor, productivity, risk, and competitiveness.
  • Support the estimating team wherever needed as you grow your skills.

Position Requirements

What You Bring

• • A degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
  • 2-4 years of related experience (internships, field roles, or coursework count!).
  • Ability to read basic plans or eagerness to learn quickly.
  • Strong math and problem-solving skills.
  • A proactive, "put me in coach" attitude and desire to build a long-term estimating career.
  • Curiosity about how concrete structures are built and priced.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer:
We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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