Construction Cost Estimator I: Field & Office Travel

DBI Construction Consultants LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DBI Construction Consultants LLC is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator to combine field observations with office analysis to evaluate costs, timelines, and risks for damaged structures. You will visit sites to collect measurements, photos, and project details, then prepare estimates and professional reports to support client decisions.

The role emphasizes strong analytical and communication skills, advanced Excel, and familiarity with Xactimate, Bluebeam Revu, and scheduling tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil / mechanical / structural engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Past construction or risk management internship experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication and technical reading skills.
• Advanced Excel skills; Xactimate/scheduling software experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel (~30%), meet the physical requirements, and work in varied field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site visits to collect measurements, photos, and project details.
• Support the analysis of labor, materials, and timelines for project estimates.
• Help track costs and flag differences between projected and actual figures.
• Learn to prepare professional reports and data entries in estimating tools.
• Gain exposure to industry software like Xactimate, Bluebeam Revu, and project scheduling tools.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Technical reading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/ mechanical/ structural engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

Xactimate

Bluebeam Revu

Scheduling software

Job description

DBI Construction Consultants LLC is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator to combine field observations with office analysis to evaluate costs, timelines, and risks for damaged structures. You will visit sites to collect measurements, photos, and project details, then prepare estimates and professional reports to support client decisions.

The role emphasizes strong analytical and communication skills, advanced Excel, and familiarity with Xactimate, Bluebeam Revu, and scheduling tools.