Entry-Level Civil/Structural Estimator — Learn & Grow

Zachry Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group is seeking an entry-level CSA Estimator I to support the preparation of civil, structural, and architectural estimates under supervision. You will read drawings, perform quantity take-offs, gather pricing, and organize estimate documentation for projects.

Ideal candidates have a willingness to learn, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. The role involves learning estimating software like InEight and may require travel for bid meetings and site visits, typically

Qualifications

• Learn take-off methods and assist with pricing under supervision.
• Learn estimate types: lump sum, T&M, fixed fee, unit rates.
• Interact professionally with customers, vendors and internal personnel.
• Follow instructions, complete work under supervision, and collaborate with others.
• Organize tasks, manage time, and meet deadlines with guidance.
• Basic computer skills; familiarity with Excel and Word; learn estimating software.
• Strong written and verbal communications; attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel for bid meetings and site visits (1–2 days).

Responsibilities

• Assist with reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications under the guidance of experienced estimators.
• Under close supervision, prepare assigned portions of preliminary or definitive civil, structural, and architectural estimates using company software and spreadsheets.
• Collect and organize historical cost and productivity data to support cost comparisons and estimate development.
• Learn and use company estimating systems, including InEight Estimate and Microsoft products, to enter quantities, organize data, and prepare estimate documentation.
• Check assigned take-offs, calculations, and estimate inputs for accuracy and completeness, and submit work for review.
• Update assigned estimate quantities and documentation when project scope changes or new information becomes available.
• Support estimate reviews by preparing backup documentation and attending reviews with experienced estimators as requested.
• Attend bid meetings and site visits with project team members as required to learn scope requirements and document site conditions.
• Perform other assigned duties to support estimate preparation, new project development, and ongoing jobs.

Skills

Take-off methods

Reading drawings

Pricing under supervision

Estimating software

MS Excel

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Engineering/Construction degree (preferred)

Blueprint reading coursework (preferred)

Tools

InEight Estimate

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)

Bluebeam

AutoCAD (preferred)

Job description

Zachry Group is seeking an entry-level CSA Estimator I to support the preparation of civil, structural, and architectural estimates under supervision. You will read drawings, perform quantity take-offs, gather pricing, and organize estimate documentation for projects.

Ideal candidates have a willingness to learn, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. The role involves learning estimating software like InEight and may require travel for bid meetings and site visits, typically