Ground-Up Estimator - Commercial & Industrial

Gordon Highlander; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordon Highlander is seeking an experienced Estimator – Ground-Up to join our Austin team, supporting commercial construction opportunities across the South Region. The role emphasizes ground-up commercial and industrial projects, including distribution centers, warehouses, and large-scale retail.

You will develop accurate estimates from early budgeting to final pricing, collaborating with Preconstruction and Operations to position projects for success from the outset. Travel locally is expected.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial construction estimating, preconstruction, project management, or related experience.
• Experience with ground-up commercial/industrial construction projects such as distribution centers, warehouses, cold storage, or large-scale retail.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, civil, structural, and MEP drawings; understand site development and constructability.

Responsibilities

• Manage ground-up estimates from opportunity through final pricing and turnover to Operations.
• Review drawings, specs, site conditions, and requirements to develop complete estimates.
• Perform quantity takeoffs, bid leveling, and cost analysis to support competitive pricing.
• Solicit and evaluate trade-partner pricing while maintaining subcontractor relationships.
• Develop estimates across major scopes: sitework, concrete, structure, building envelope, roofing, MEP.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Gordon Highlander is seeking an experienced Estimator – Ground-Up to join our Austin team, supporting commercial construction opportunities across the South Region. The role emphasizes ground-up commercial and industrial projects, including distribution centers, warehouses, and large-scale retail.

You will develop accurate estimates from early budgeting to final pricing, collaborating with Preconstruction and Operations to position projects for success from the outset. Travel locally is expected.