Estimating Intern

FlatironDragados; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

401(k) plan

Medical/Dental/Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

FlatironDragados is seeking an Estimating Intern for Summer 2027 in Houston, TX to work with our experienced estimating team and gain hands-on experience in construction cost estimation. You will assist in preparing discipline estimates and performing takeoffs from engineering drawings, while learning from industry professionals in a structured internship program.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration with the team, and applying classroom knowledge to real-world projects, with compensation

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar program at an accredited technical college or university.
• Proficient with preparing estimates and takeoffs for construction disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing discipline estimates by calculating takeoffs of scope of work.
• Assist in calculating material quantity requirements from engineering drawings.
• Consult with clients, vendors, or others to discuss and refine estimates.
• Support design review options and cost-based recommendations.
• Help with project hand-off meetings between pursuit and project management teams.

Skills

Takeoff estimation

Cost analysis

Vendor coordination

Client communication

Education

Engineering/Construction Management enrollment

Job description

Come intern with us in Summer 2027 while working and training with the industry's finest professionals!

As an Estimating Intern, you will be given the opportunity to apply your academic training and skills in a real-world setting. In addition, you will assist the estimating team by assisting in preparing the estimate for assigned construction discipline.

In performing any number or combination of the following tasks, you shall support published corporate policies, set a productive and consistent work example, and be responsible to follow up on all tasks assigned.

What You Will Be Doing

• Aids in reviewing proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to help determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Assists in reviewing historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and person-hour figures
• Supports estimating team by helping to prepare discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. Assists in calculating material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues
• Assists with design review options and recommends best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
• Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team
• Researches and recommends vendors and subcontractors for designated scopes of work to achieve pursuit and cost goals
• Maintains knowledge of Company's values and strategic plan
• Support published corporate policies
• Perform additional assignments per management's direction

What We Are Looking For

Estimating Interns/Co-ops are required to be currently enrolled in a(n) Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar program at an accredited technical college or university.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $25.00/Hr.

Salary Max

USD $29.00/Hr.