Construction Estimator: Bids, Costs & Value

Linesight; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Linesight is seeking an Estimator to join our construction-focused team in the United States. You will analyse external contractor bids, create estimates and cost plans, and evaluate cost plans to close gaps while maintaining local-rate libraries for accurate estimates.

You will optimize costs against budgets, provide leadership in design and construction stages, and build credibility with partners, clients, and contractors through thorough cost documentation and timely communication.

Qualifications

• Increasing levels of scope and responsibility as an Estimator in a construction environment.
• Advanced analytical skills to investigate and interpret complex technical data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Thrives in a collaborative and friendly team environment.
• Ability to manage own priorities and deadlines.
• Builds strong relationships with team and clients through openness and fun.

Responsibilities

• Analyse external contractor bids to ensure client value for money.
• Create estimates and cost plans for key client developments.
• Evaluate cost plans and project scopes to assess and address gaps.
• Maintain a library of current local rates for use in all estimates.
• Optimize project costs against budget, including cost reviews, value engineering, and accurate estimates to increase client value.
• Provide estimating expertise and leadership throughout the design and construction stages of the projects.
• Build trust and credibility with partners across the business, from 3rd parties to client specialists to contractors and consultants.
• Support nimble project management and clear decisions through excellent cost documentation and timely communication.

Job description

Linesight is seeking an Estimator to join our construction-focused team in the United States. You will analyse external contractor bids, create estimates and cost plans, and evaluate cost plans to close gaps while maintaining local-rate libraries for accurate estimates.

You will optimize costs against budgets, provide leadership in design and construction stages, and build credibility with partners, clients, and contractors through thorough cost documentation and timely communication.