Estimator

Job Title: Construction Estimator Location: Austin, TX Position Overview: The Construction Estimator will prepare detailed estimates for projects in construction across multiple sectors, including K-12, retail, healthcare, high-rise, corporate interiors, and municipal based on construction drawings and specifications. You will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and trade partners to ensure accurate and competitive pricing for our ground-up and interior build-out projects. This role reports to the Lead Estimator, Senior Estimator, or Preconstruction Manager. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Prepare detailed estimates, including quantity take-offs, analysis, estimate input, and studies for assigned scope items. Assemble and prepare bids and proposals for different contract types (e.g., Lump Sum, Guaranteed Maximum Price, Cost Plus). Manage document control for the project, including receiving and distributing drawings and specifications. Liaise with trade partners, design teams (architects, engineers, consultants), and clients, acting as the main point of contact for trade partners and information distribution. Conduct constructability reviews in collaboration with project teams, designers, and trade partners. Lead value analysis studies to identify more cost-effective alternatives to the proposed scope. Develop trade package scopes, ensuring coordination with the project team to eliminate scope gaps and overlaps. Prepare comparison analyses for assigned scopes relative to previous estimates. Evaluate trade partner proposals and document information into a Bid Recording Sheet; participate in Post Bid Reviews. Manage action items from Post Bid and finalize trade partner scope; make recommendations to Project Leads for bid awards. Supervise and mentor Assistant Estimators and Estimating Interns as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 3 years of estimating experience. Proficient in estimating software such as Bluebeam, Procore, PlanSwift, WinEst, OST (On-Screen Takeoff), or similar platforms. Familiarity with construction materials, systems, and market conditions, particularly for ground-up K-12, retail, healthcare, high-rise, corporate interiors, and municipal projects. Ability to read and interpret contract documents, drawings, and specifications. Strong conceptual skills and the ability to work with limited information. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and estimating software. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Compensation: This is a salaried exempt position offering a competitive compensation package, including health benefits, 401(k), and opportunities for professional development. How to Apply: If you are an experienced Construction Estimator looking for a new opportunity in Austin, we want to hear from you Please submit your resume or send to chris.perezmetric-search.com.