Commercial Construction Estimator

Apex Multifamily Builders LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A commercial construction firm in Austin is seeking a skilled Construction Estimator to manage project cost estimates. The ideal candidate should have over five years of experience in commercial construction and strong analytical skills to facilitate accurate budget forecasting. Responsibilities include preparing detailed cost summaries, collaborating with clients and vendors, and overseeing pre-construction tasks. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Construction Estimator.
• Extensive knowledge of Commercial construction processes.
• Strong math and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, and specifications.
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements from documents.
• Compute costs by analyzing requirements.
• Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Present prepared estimates by building up an itemized cost summary.

Skills

Construction processes knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Tools

Construction software for job costing

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

Job Description

Construction Estimator - Commercial Construction We are seeking a highly skilled Construction Estimator specializing in Commercial Construction. The ideal candidate will be responsible for estimating the costs of projects and creating budgets that guide our team's construction efforts. They must possess a strong understanding of construction processes and materials and a keen eye for detail to accurately forecast future construction projects' cost, size, and duration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
• Compute costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements.
• Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Present prepared estimates by building up an itemized cost summary.
• Maintain cost database by entering and backing up data.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, architects, and engineers to gather detailed project information.
• Oversee and coordinate the pre-construction job duties such as design reviews and scheduling.
• Create and present reports detailing project estimates to upper management.
• Evaluate changes and review designs to ensure budget adherence.
• Develop strategies to meet project goals, like setting work hours and ordering supplies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Construction Estimator.
• Extensive knowledge of Commercial construction processes.
• Excellent understanding of construction methods, materials, and legal regulations.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Advanced understanding of construction software for job costing, scheduling, estimating, and project management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate and communicate with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with regulatory construction standards and health & safety regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to navigate construction job sites, including maneuvering in partially completed buildings, up and down stairs, and outdoor/indoor walking.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to various job sites as required.