Data-Driven Construction Cost Estimator (Field Roles)

DBI Consultants; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive healthcare benefits

Two annual billable bonuses

Team bonus

Job summary

DBI Construction Consultants is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator for roles across multiple US locations, including Indianapolis, to analyze costs, timelines, and risks while visiting sites to collect real-world data. Your reports will help clients move forward with practical, data-driven insights.

The role involves site visits, cost analysis of labor and materials, and use of estimating tools; travel up to 30% is expected, with the opportunity to contribute to a team known for accuracy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/ mechanical/ structural engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Past construction or risk management internship experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills; Xactimate/scheduling software experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel ~30%
• Strong analytical, communication and technical reading skills.

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

Communication skills

Technical reading

Excel skills

Travel willingness

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 is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator for roles across multiple US locations, including Indianapolis, to analyze costs, timelines, and risks while visiting sites to collect real-world data. Your reports will help clients move forward with practical, data-driven insights.

The role involves site visits, cost analysis of labor and materials, and use of estimating tools; travel up to 30% is expected, with the opportunity to contribute to a team known for accuracy and