Commercial Construction Estimator

Apex Multifamily Builders; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career advancement

Job summary

Apex Multifamily Builders is seeking a skilled Construction Estimator for commercial projects in Austin, TX. You will estimate costs, prepare budgets, and guide construction planning with attention to detail and accuracy.

The role requires deep knowledge of commercial construction processes, software for costing and scheduling, and strong communication with clients and teams. Travel to various sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Proficient in cost estimating and budgeting for commercial projects.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to negotiate with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Familiar with regulatory construction standards and health & safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Gather proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related docs to prepare estimates.
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements from plans.
• Compute costs by analyzing requirements.
• Resolve discrepancies with data collection and analysis.
• Present estimates with a detailed cost summary.
• Maintain cost database and backups.
• Keep current with construction knowledge via workshops and publications.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, and engineers for project details.
• Oversee pre-construction duties like design reviews and scheduling.
• Create and present project estimates to upper management.
• Evaluate changes and ensure adherence to budgets.
• Develop strategies to meet project goals such as schedules and materials.

Skills

Cost estimating

Budgeting

Mathematical analysis

Communication

Vendor negotiation

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Construction Estimator - Commercial Construction

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

Job Description:

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.