Construction Cost Estimator - Budget & Bids Lead

TCM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Construction Management (TCM) is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator to support major developments on client sites. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and vendors to prepare budgets and ensure costs are competitive and aligned with plans.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in engineering, architecture, or mathematics with 5+ years of estimating experience, strong math and forecasting skills, and the ability to manage multiple estimates while navigating building codes.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering, architecture, mathematics, or a similar field.
• At least 5 years of related construction estimating experience.
• Strong math, budgeting, and cost forecasting abilities.
• Ability to read plans and specs and navigate building codes.
• Experience coordinating with architects and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting initial budgets for all projects with project teams.
• Oversee cost estimates presented by PM firms during design at various design deliverables.
• Oversee cost changes processed by other PM firms during construction.
• Prepare and estimate budget costs for construction by studying plans and specs.
• Evaluate offers to purchase by site requirements, additions, and costing changes.
• Resolve cost differences by analyzing and collecting information.
• Write and present budgets, reports, and project plans.
• Develop bids for construction projects.
• Work closely with architects and other professionals.
• Schedule meetings with clients, site managers, and staff.
• Navigate building codes.
• Process paperwork and travel to building sites as required.
• Stay up to date with safety codes and improvements in construction.

Skills

Math skills

Algebra

Geometry

Cost forecasting

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Building codes knowledge

Proposal writing

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Cost management

Numerical analysis

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering

Degree in architecture

Degree in mathematics

Five years related experience

Job description

Taylor Construction Management (TCM) is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator to support major developments on client sites. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and vendors to prepare budgets and ensure costs are competitive and aligned with plans.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in engineering, architecture, or mathematics with 5+ years of estimating experience, strong math and forecasting skills, and the ability to manage multiple estimates while navigating building codes.