Construction Estimator

Trueline; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Ongoing training in materials and software

High visibility with leadership

Job summary

A commercial flooring contractor in Austin is seeking an Estimator to handle accurate material takeoffs and support bid preparation. The role demands 2+ years of experience, attention to detail, and proficiency in takeoff software. Ideal candidates should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. A strong understanding of flooring materials and construction specifications is advantageous. The company offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience estimating in construction, ideally with flooring or finishes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet bid deadlines.
• Familiarity with blueprint reading and spatial calculations.

Responsibilities

• Review bid invitations, plans, and specs to determine scope and material needs.
• Perform accurate material takeoffs and document quantities using blueprints.
• Track revisions throughout the project lifecycle, including change orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Blueprint reading

Software proficiency (Adobe, SmartSheet, JobRunner)

Tools

SmartSheet

JobRunner

Job description

a commercial flooring contractor with a strong reputation across Austin's construction industry, is seeking an Estimator to join their team in Austin, Texas. This role is essential in generating accurate material takeoffs, analyzing plans and specs, and supporting bid preparation from start to finish. Ideal for someone who thrives on precision, deadlines, and collaboration with both leadership and project managers.

What You'll Do as the Estimator:

• Review bid invitations, plans, and specs to determine scope, scale, and material needs for upcoming projects
• Perform accurate material takeoffs and document quantities using blueprints and bid documents
• Track revisions throughout the project lifecycle, including addenda and change orders
• Submit timely and complete takeoffs to project managers for review ahead of bid deadlines
• Flag discrepancies or missing details in project documents and communicate with PMs
• Log and track bid activity in SmartSheet and JobRunner, ensuring project data is complete and current
• Request and maintain updated vendor pricing; research new flooring products and materials
• Compile submittal packages for awarded projects
• Stay informed on technical updates, tools, and product innovations through workshops and training
• Collaborate with the president, CFO, and PMs on additional estimating or preconstruction support as needed

Must-Haves as the Estimator:

• 2+ years of experience estimating in construction, ideally with flooring or finishes
• Familiarity with blueprint reading, specs analysis, and spatial calculations
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet bid deadlines
• Proficiency in takeoff and bid tracking software (e.g., Adobe, SmartSheet, JobRunner)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Comfort working independently and as part of a small, high-performing team

Nice-to-Haves as the Estimator:

• Direct experience with commercial flooring materials and vendors
• Prior use of JobRunner or similar bid management platforms
• Knowledge of Austin-area general contractors and regional bid cycles

Our Client Offers:

• A consistent and respected presence in Austin’s commercial construction market
• High visibility with leadership and the ability to influence preconstruction strategy
• Ongoing training in materials, software, and takeoff best practices
• Competitive pay and benefits with room for growth

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.