Junior Construction Cost Estimator: Field & Office

DBI Construction Consultants LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DBI Construction Consultants LLC is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator to analyze costs, timelines, and risks while visiting sites to gather real-world data. This role begins with field and office work to provide practical knowledge and actionable estimates to help clients move forward.

You will work with industry software such as Xactimate and Bluebeam Revu, and you’ll travel about 25% to collect measurements and verify details. Strong analytical skills and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/mechanical/structural engineering or related field.
• Internship in construction or risk management preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel; experience with Xactimate and scheduling software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site visits to collect measurements, photos, and project details.
• Support the analysis of labor, materials, and timelines for project estimates.
• Help track costs and flag differences between projected and actual figures.
• Learn to prepare professional reports and data entries in estimating tools.
• Gain exposure to industry software like Xactimate, Bluebeam Revu, and project scheduling tools.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Technical reading

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/mechanical/structural engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

Xactimate

Bluebeam Revu

Scheduling software

Job description

DBI Construction Consultants LLC is seeking a Construction Cost Estimator to analyze costs, timelines, and risks while visiting sites to gather real-world data. This role begins with field and office work to provide practical knowledge and actionable estimates to help clients move forward.

You will work with industry software such as Xactimate and Bluebeam Revu, and you’ll travel about 25% to collect measurements and verify details. Strong analytical skills and Excel proficiency are essential.