Jr. Estimator

Merritt Contracting INC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental / Vision / Short Term / Long \n

Long Term Disability Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k)

Job summary

Datum Commercial Contracting in Austin invites applications for a Junior Estimator to join our estimating team. The role supports the bid process, coordinates with subcontractors, and helps prepare cost proposals under supervision.

A strong organizational mindset and good communication are essential. The position offers exposure to Procore-based bid management, plan reviews, and database maintenance for subcontractors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is a strong plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple files, track various deadlines, and keep paperwork meticulously organized.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and as a team.
• Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with Construction software (Procore, PlanSwift, ConstructConnect, PlanHub) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist estimating team in locating and contacting subcontractors/vendors for quotes.
• Verify qualifications and obtain required information from subcontractors.
• Maintain/update the estimate log and the company’s directory of subcontractors/vendors.
• Track bid status via Procore.
• Ensure up-to-date plans, specs and addenda are received and filed.
• Solicit and communicate with subcontractors through the bid process.
• Update and maintain the company database of subcontractors/vendors.
• Request bids, verify qualifications and other necessary information from subcontractors.
• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
• Assist senior staff in scope review to identify gaps in the scope of work.
• Help compile final bid summaries and cost proposals under direct supervision of a Senior Estimator.
• Distribute invitations to bid to subcontractors and follow up via phone and email.
• Maintain, organize, and update digital project files, addenda, and drawings.
• Keep the bidding calendar and CRM database updated with deadlines and submission statuses.
• Schedule and log minutes for pre-bid meetings, site walkthroughs, and post-bid reviews.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Diplomatic/organized

Education

Construction Management degree

Tools

Procore

PlanSwift

ConstructConnect

PlanHub

Job description

Datum Commercial Contracting is in search of a Jr. Estimator to join our team in the Austin Office.

Job Description:

The person is responsible for assisting the Estimating team in locating and contacting subcontractors/vendors for quotes, verify qualifications and obtain any other required information, maintain/update the estimate log and the Company’s directory of subcontractors/vendors and track the status of bids (via Procore).

Position Responsibilities And Duties:

• Support ensuring up to date plans, specifications and addenda are received and filed.
• Solicit and communicate with subcontractors through the Bid Process.
• Update and maintain the company database of subcontractors/vendors.
• Request bids, verify qualifications and any other necessary information from subcontractors.
• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
• Scope Review: Assist senior staff in reviewing project documents to identify potential gaps in the scope of work.
• Bid Preparation: Help compile final bid summaries and cost proposals under the direct supervision of a Senior Estimator.
• Subcontractor Outreach: Distribute invitations to bid (ITBs) to subcontractors and follow up via phone and email.
• Document Management: Maintain, organize, and update digital project files, addenda, and drawings.
• Bid Log Maintenance: Keep the bidding calendar and CRM database updated with active deadlines and submission statuses.
• Meeting Support: Schedule and log minutes for pre-bid meetings, site walkthroughs, and post-bid reviews.

Minimum Skills Or Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma required; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is a strong plus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple files, track various deadlines, and keep paperwork meticulously organized.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and as a team.
• Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must have a high degree of professional integrity, and be able to work in a diplomatic, cooperative and organized manner.
• Familiarity with Construction software (Procore, PlanSwift, ConstructConnect, PlanHub) a plus.

Benefits:

• Dental / Vision / Short Term / Long Term Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k)