Construction Estimator - AI Solutions - Contract

MyStaff; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

MyStaff in Omaha, Nebraska seeks a Construction Estimator specialized in AI-powered solutions on a contract basis. You will review plans, refine AI estimates, and collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams to enhance estimating tools.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Construction Management or related field (or equivalent), 5+ years in residential estimating, and proficiency with AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude. Strong blueprint reading and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of residential estimating experience.
• Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and blueprints.
• Familiarity with construction cost databases, labor rates, and regional pricing.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently on contract/project-based assignments.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specs to develop accurate residential estimates.
• Validate AI-generated estimates against plans and data.
• Identify errors in AI estimates and provide feedback for accuracy.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams on AI tools.
• Document estimating assumptions, best practices, and improvements.
• Monitor material costs, labor rates, and regional pricing trends.
• Communicate estimate risks and variances to stakeholders.
• Deliver estimates within established quality standards and timelines.
• Apply critical thinking when using AI tools.

Skills

Residential estimating

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Project-based work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ChatGPT

Claude

Job description

Construction Estimator - AI Solutions - Contract

Duties

• Review construction plans, specifications, and scopes to develop accurate residential cost estimates.
• Validate and refine AI-generated estimates using plans, historical data, and current market pricing.
• Identify AI estimating errors and provide feedback to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Partner with product, engineering, and data teams to test and improve AI estimating tools.
• Document estimating assumptions, best practices, and process improvements.
• Monitor material costs, labor rates, and regional pricing trends.
• Communicate estimate assumptions, risks, and variances to stakeholders.
• Deliver accurate estimates within established quality standards and timelines.
• Use AI tools effectively while applying critical thinking and taking ownership of final results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of residential estimating experience, preferably with a homebuilder.
• Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude.
• Strong knowledge of residential construction, materials, and estimating practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and blueprints.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience evaluating and correcting AI-generated estimates.
• Familiarity with construction cost databases, labor rates, and regional pricing.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently on contract/project-based assignments.