Commercial Construction Estimator (Ground-Up / TI)

Elsdon Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Supportive team environment

Long-term career potential

Job summary

Elsdon Group in Houston is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a growing General Contractor. You will prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial projects, review drawings and specs, and perform quantity take-offs in collaboration with project managers and suppliers.

Candidates should have at least 3 years in commercial estimating, experience with ground-up and TI work, and a strong grasp of drawings and subcontractor pricing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as an Estimator within commercial construction.
• Experience with ground-up construction and tenant improvement (TI) projects.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications and quantity take-offs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for commercial construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and project documents to identify project requirements.
• Complete quantity take-offs and subcontractor bid evaluations.
• Work closely with Project Managers, subcontractors, suppliers and the preconstruction team.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement, bid comparisons, and scope reviews.
• Identify potential cost savings, risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Support projects from initial pricing through to final bid submission.

Skills

Estimating

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

Elsdon Group in Houston is seeking an experienced Estimator to join a growing General Contractor. You will prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial projects, review drawings and specs, and perform quantity take-offs in collaboration with project managers and suppliers.

Candidates should have at least 3 years in commercial estimating, experience with ground-up and TI work, and a strong grasp of drawings and subcontractor pricing.