Junior Estimator

Cash Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cash Construction in Austin, TX is seeking a Junior Estimator to develop project estimates with leadership support. You will perform quantity takeoffs, review drawings, and help manage bids for civil construction work in a collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate has experience in earthwork, utilities, drainage, and highway projects, with strong attention to detail and plan interpretation. Onsite role based in the Austin area, with a focus on local Texas projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with civil construction estimating and self-perform work.
• Knowledge of earthwork, underground utilities, drainage, and street/highway work.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret project specs to prepare estimates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complete quantity take-offs from drawings and specs.
• Interpret project documents to prepare clear, competitive estimates and bid Clarifications.
• Attend preconstruction meetings with design team and client.
• Identify and qualify subcontractors for bids.
• Develop value engineering solutions to meet budgets.
• Provide risk and cost analysis on estimates.
• Utilize MS Project and/or Primavera P6 for scheduling.

Skills

Quantity takeoffs

Plan reading

Self-perform work

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Construction Management or Engineering

6+ years estimating civil (in lieu of degree)

Tools

Agtek earthwork

HCSS Heavy Bid

Job description

Overview

Cash Construction is seeking a Junior Estimator to complete project estimates for the firm. This individual will estimate projects with review and support of Estimating Leadership. Responsibilities include pre-bid attendance as needed, site visits, bid management, development of cost estimates, evaluation of subcontractor and supplier costs, and risk analysis. You will be supported by junior estimators performing quantity takeoff comparisons and an estimating coordinator who facilitates solicitations to subcontractors and vendors, qualification/prequalification requirements, and minority participation documentation. Our Estimating Team functions in a collaborative environment that includes support and input from our Operations Team. We value a strong work ethic and encourage a balanced approach to work and personal life.

The ideal candidate should have proven experience in civil construction estimating. The candidate should possess an understanding of road work, excavation, underground utilities, contractual requirements, conceptual estimating, design drawings, and project specifications. The candidate should understand risk analysis and have proven estimating experience, with a preference for local Texas experience.

Location & Travel Details: This is an onsite position, based at our home office in the Austin, TX/Pflugerville, TX area.

Company Overview

Established in the 1970's, Cash Construction Company was founded on a commitment to excellence; excellence in how we treat our clients and our employees. Incorporated in Texas, Cash Construction continues to be a leader in the Civil and Infrastructure Construction industry, completing projects involving water and wastewater utilities, drainage improvements, lift stations, pump stations, dry utilities, roadwork, and wind and solar farms. With a large fleet of equipment owned and maintained by Cash Construction, we are well‑equipped and ready to self‑perform nearly all our contractual obligations.

Cash Construction is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority‑owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).

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Responsibilities

• Prepare complete quantity take-offs.
• Identify project scope for both self‑perform and subcontracted work.
• Interpret project documents to prepare clear, complete, and competitive estimates, general conditions, and bid clarifications.
• Inform preconstruction staff of project requirements and owner directives, developing a plan to meet stated goals.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Develop value engineering solutions to meet client budgets.
• Identify and qualify subcontractors.
• Attend preconstruction meetings with the design team and client.
• Fill in design gaps with assumptions that align with the engineer's intent.
• Prepare project clarifications and bid assumptions for submission to the owner.
• Investigate local market conditions and their impact on costs.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate effectively.
• Attend technical and professional meetings and seminars as necessary.
• Establish timelines and goals for effective and timely estimate submissions.
• Represent company vision when presenting to potential clients, detailing Cash Construction capabilities.
• Ensure quality of services meets project requirements.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration on estimates between all disciplines and parties.
• Provide risk and cost comparison analysis on estimates.
• Utilize Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6 for scheduling.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent progressive work experience with 3+ years of estimating civil construction projects, or
• 6+ years of experience in lieu of education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of heavy civil construction, specifically in earthwork, underground utilities, drainage, and street/highway construction.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Experience with self‑perform work.
• Sound organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Preferred experience with Agtek earthwork take‑off software and HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.

What's in it for you

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation, commensurate with experience.
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care).

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family & Lifestyle

• 15 days Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long‑term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre‑employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [e-mail]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up‑to‑date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.