Estimator (Houston, TX) - Austin Commercial

Austin Commercial; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K matching

ESOP

Job summary

Austin Commercial in Houston, TX is seeking an Estimator to join the Houston, TX Division. The role focuses on quantity/cost take-offs, data clarification, and bid document management to support competitive proposals.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of estimating experience, a relevant BS/BA, and strong analytical and communication skills. This on-site position offers opportunities in a leader of the commercial construction industry.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years estimating experience required or strongly preferred.
• BS/BA in engineering, construction science, architecture, or related discipline.
• Familiarity with construction materials, means, and methods.
• Strong math and technology ability with an analytical mindset.
• Proficiency in estimating and quantity take-off software.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quantity/cost take-offs and estimates.
• Clarify assumptions and gather missing data from design professionals.
• Distribute bid documents and review proposals from subs/vendors.
• Identify onerous requirements in specs and build vendor relationships.

Skills

Estimating experience

Mathematics & analytics

Communication & negotiation

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Education

BS/BA in engineering or related field

Tools

Estimating software

Quantity take-off software

Job description

Estimator (Houston, TX) - Austin Commercial

Requisition Number: ESTIM033159

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Houston, TX, USA

Description

Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to grow your career at one of the industry’s leading construction firms? Put your expertise and project engineering skills to work at Austin Commercial. Austin Commercial is currently seeking an Estimator for our Houston, TX Division . We set the standard for commercial construction and we’re looking for talented construction professionals to join us. Austin is 100% employee-owned, so every one of our employee-owners has a vested interest in our success. As a result, we consistently meet and exceed our customers’ expectations with our commitment to safety, service, and integrity. Join us today. We Own It!

Responsibilities:

• Quantity/Cost Take-Offs
• Develops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptions
• Identifies conflicts/missing data and obtains clarification on plans and specifications from design professionals
• Distribution of bid documents
• Advances knowledge in building designs, systems, and construction materials through available resources
• Understands the project/program and its requirements
• Obtain and review proposals and quotes by subcontractors or vendors
• Detailed review of all documents including specifications for identification of onerous requirements
• Builds relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, architects, etc.)

Requirements:

• Generally requires 3 to 5 years of estimating experience
• BS/BA in engineering, construction science, architecture, or relevant discipline strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Familiarity with construction materials, means, and methods
• Strong math and technology ability with an analytical mindset
• Proficient in relevant estimating and quantity take-off software
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities
• Thoroughness and reliability
• Excellent organizational skills
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Commercial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Benefits & Compensation

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan.We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)!To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned .

Austin Commercial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A leader in the commercial construction industry for more than 100 years, Austin Commercial delivers construction management services, and builds landmark projects such as aviation, healthcare, corporate/office, hospitality, higher education, sports/themed entertainment and semiconductor/fabrication plants.

This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy.The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).

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