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D2 Industrial Services
Work Where Opportunity Meets the Bay.
Imagine launching your career in a region where opportunity, innovation, and lifestyle come together. Located in Vallejo, California, you'll enjoy easy access to the San Francisco Bay Area, scenic waterfront views, nearby Napa Valley, and a vibrant, diverse community with plenty of local dining, outdoor recreation, and cultural experiences.
At D2 Industrial Services, we don't just offer a job-we offer a pathway to professional growth and hands-on experience in a dynamic and essential industry. Join a team that values development, collaboration, and long-term success in one of Northern California's active construction markets.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Estimator - Construction to join our growing team! This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is eager to learn, develop technical estimating skills, and contribute to meaningful industrial and commercial construction projects.
In this role, you will support the estimating team by assisting with quantity takeoffs, reviewing plans and specifications, and helping to develop accurate cost estimates for labor, materials, and equipment. You'll gain exposure to industrial scopes such as insulation, scaffolding, and related services while building a strong foundation in estimating practices and industry standards.
As a part of the F.D. Thomas' family of companies, D2 Industrial Services is your single source for a wide range of industrial and commercial contracting services. We offer clients the best of both worlds: the consistent performance and systems of a large organization, and the cost-effectiveness of a smaller contractor.
With offices in northern and southern California, D2 can provide services all along the West Coast.
Our qualified union workforce has the experience and know-how to complete your projects safely, on time, and within budget.D2 Industrial Services is a wholly owned operating company of ASRC Industrial (AIS). AIS was founded in 2016 by Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. As part of an ANC all our operating companies are Minority Business Enterprises (MBE). We help our clients meet their diversity spending objectives while also providing sustainable returns for our nearly 13,500 Iñupiat shareholders.
By hiring Great People, we can provide Great Work to our highly valued customers, as we continue to grow an Extraordinary Company!
We're looking for a Junior Estimator who will support the preparation of accurate, competitive cost estimates for industrial insulation projects, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontract services.
Reviews drawings, specifications, and bid documents to perform quantity takeoffs for systems such as piping, vessels, and mechanical components, applying unit pricing based on current market data and production rates.
Maintains estimating tools, including labor units and cost databases, in alignment with industry standards (e.g., MICA, ASTM). Collaborates with estimators, project managers, and operations teams to evaluate project risks, constructability, and value engineering opportunities, while ensuring estimates account for site conditions, logistics, and safety requirements.
Maintains clear and organized estimate documentation and supports continuous improvement through post-bid reviews and project feedback.
As a part of the F.D. Thomas' family of companies, D2 Industrial Services believes our most valuable resource is our family of skilled, loyal, and professional employees. Our formula for success is easy, we believe Great People + Great Work = an Extraordinary Company.
We not only look for people who possess the great skill sets and experience in the industry, but people with "can do" attitudes and train them to work to FDT standards. Our company passion and purpose are to leave things better than we found them.
In addition to your passion and purpose, to be successful in this Junior Estimator role, you will possess the following:
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience preferred) 5 years of experience in construction estimating, industrial services, or a related field Knowledge & experience within the insulation field of workBasic understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and takeoff processes Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, Planswift, or similar) Knowledge or interest in industrial insulation systems (piping, mechanical systems, tanks, etc.) is a plus Ability to interpret technical documents and apply unit pricing and production rates Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with estimating, operations, and project teams Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow within the construction industry Understanding of safety standards and jobsite conditions in industrial environments is a plusWe thank you for your time in learning a little about us here at D2 Industrial Services, as well as the opportunity we have available for someone who is Dependable, People-oriented, and Achievement-oriented.
You will find we offer a competitive pay range of $110k -$130k annually (depending on the combination of experience & education. We offer a generous Benefit Plan which includes PTO, matching 401k, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision options, and much more!
D2 Industrial Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
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