Cost Estimator

Dexian; Piney Point Village (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian seeks a Cost Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for large dredging projects and to support onsite project managers. The role offers exposure to senior management and a hybrid work schedule, four days in the office and one remote day.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 3–5 years in dredging or cost estimating, plus strong Excel/Office skills and willingness to travel occasionally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent combined with relevant work experience.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in dredging or cost estimating in a comparable industry.
• Experience with marine construction projects or dredging equipment is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard Office Suite programs.

Responsibilities

• Produce precise cost estimates for large-scale bidding projects.
• Review and extract key details from project plans and specifications.
• Create clear and concise overview drawings for presentations and discussions.
• Present project estimates during bid review sessions with senior management.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills during estimate development.
• Collaborate effectively with support departments within a team environment.
• Manage multiple project tasks efficiently, prioritizing effectively.
• Provide estimating support to on-site Project Managers during project execution.
• Continuously monitor and update project costs, production metrics, and budgets throughout construction.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Multi-project management

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/ related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Office 365

Job description

We believe a successful team is comprised of mentors and coaches who support one another in learning, sharing knowledge and expertise, and encouraging growth. As a Cost Estimator, you will develop accurate cost estimates and execution plans for large-scale dredging projects, working closely with a team experienced in enterprise project execution. This role offers significant exposure to senior management and various opportunities for professional advancement. The position reports to the Vice President of Estimating.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce precise cost estimates for large-scale bidding projects.
• Review and extract key details from project plans and specifications.
• Create clear and concise overview drawings for presentations and discussions.
• Present project estimates during bid review sessions with senior management.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills during estimate development.
• Collaborate effectively with support departments within a team environment.
• Manage multiple project tasks efficiently, prioritizing effectively.
• Provide estimating support to on-site Project Managers during project execution.
• Continuously monitor and update project costs, production metrics, and budgets throughout construction.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent combined with relevant work experience.
• At least one of the following:
  • 3 years of relevant experience in the dredging or marine construction industry.
  • 5 years of relevant experience in a cost estimating role within a comparable industry.
• Experience with marine construction projects such as ports, channels, waterways, coastal restoration, beach nourishment, or shoreline protection.
• Familiarity with dredging equipment including hopper dredges, cutter suction dredges, mechanical dredges, barges, tugs, or similar marine equipment.
• Field engineering experience involving quantities, production tracking, daily reports, surveying, material tracking, or project planning support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard Office Suite programs, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and evaluation skills with the ability to interpret technical data.
• Excellent communication, listening, and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn about dredging operations and cost estimating.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally for training purposes.
• Experience with Power BI or similar analytical software is a plus.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule of four days in the office and one remote day.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional experience utilizing analytical software or tools related to project data analysis.

Why This Opportunity May Be Appealing

This role provides meaningful mentorship opportunities within a collaborative team dedicated to growth and knowledge sharing. It offers exposure to senior leadership, diverse project types, and the chance to develop specialized expertise in large-scale dredging projects. The position also includes flexible working arrangements with a hybrid schedule, supporting a balanced and dynamic working environment.

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support.

Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit https://dexian.com/.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.