Estimator

CORE Construction Services of Texas, Inc.; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CORE Construction Services of Texas, Inc. is seeking a results-oriented Estimator to join our Frisco office.

The role focuses on preconstruction and virtual construction services for commercial, K12, higher education, healthcare and municipal projects valued from $100k to $300M. You will perform quantity takeoffs, develop project scopes, assist with scheduling, value engineering, risk management and bid solicitation, and support document control and client communications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience on preconstruction or construction operations teams.
• Experience with commercial construction, engineering, or architecture firms.
• Degree in construction management, architecture, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide preconstruction services including estimating, scheduling, value engineering, risk management and bid outreach.
• Lead takeoffs, cost data research and development of project scopes and general conditions.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, and operations to support multi-project bidding.
• Assist with document control, meeting minutes, and subcontractor outreach.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to work onsite

Education

Bachelor's or professional degree in construction management/architecture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ConstructConnect

Assemble

Revit

Navisworks

Microsoft Project

Job description

CORE is looking for a results-oriented Estimator to join our CORE Texas team in our Frisco office. This fast-paced department aims to provide professional preconstruction and virtual construction services for Commercial, K12, Higher Education, Healthcare and Municipal projects ranging from $100K-$300M in construction costs.

The Estimator will provide comprehensive preconstruction services, including estimating, scheduling, value engineering, risk management, bid solicitation and subcontractor outreach/procurement on multiple largescale commercial construction projects. This will involve collaboration with owners, architects, preconstruction team members and the Operations team. This individual will assist with the development and organization of document control, tracking and distribution of construction documents and assist with meeting minutes for clients and trade partners. The individual will work on quantity takeoffs, identify unique features of work, help develop the general conditions of a project, and research historical cost data, among other tasks related to the planning of major commercial construction projects. The individual will also assist in creating options studies, value engineering, bid solicitation, project scheduling and help delineate and assign scopes of work.

Position Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience as part of a preconstruction or construction operations team


• Relevant work experience/internship working for a commercial construction, engineering or architecture company


• Professional Degree in construction management, architecture or a related field (mechanical or civil engineering, construction tech, interior design, business administration) is preferred


• Strong communications skills, both written and verbal


• Willingness to work onsite 5 days per week


• Ability to review and understand drawings and specifications as well as constructability


• Basic understanding of construction project sequencing and scheduling


• Technology: Familiarity with relevant construction industry technology and applications, including Microsoft Office, ConstructConnect, Assemble, Revit, Navisworks, Microsoft Project


• Preferred experience in a small projects division / Job Order Contracting


• Familiarity with Sketchup, Bluebeam, Procore and/or Adobe Creative Suite is a plus


• Understanding of the CMAR, CSP and/or Design/Build delivery methods
  
• Must work well in a team environment and be committed to client service

Expectations

• Attention to detail, excellent communication (written and verbal)


• Strong organizational skills


• Ability to interact as part of a team


• A valid Driver’s License

CORE is a drug-free workplace and an equal employment opportunity company. To learn more about CORE, our culture, history and portfolio of work and services, please visit www.coreconstruction.com.

CORE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Our Mission is to earn the trust of our employees, building partners, and clients. Achieving this mission begins by building teams with members who have unwavering, comprehensive trust in one another. Integrity, Fairness, Continuous Improvement, and Results are not just our CORE Values; they are the foundational elements of trust itself.