Low-Voltage Estimator — Self-Performing Construction

mydpr; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Austin, TX, seeks an experienced SPW cost estimator to support project planning and bidding. You will apply technical knowledge of materials, labor, and production methods to evaluate SPW scopes across multiple trades and reflect market conditions and risk in estimates.

You will collaborate with field leaders, engineers, and procurement to align estimates with execution plans, develop variance analyses, and continuously improve estimating tools and data management practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in estimating, preconstruction, or cost analysis for self-perform or construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepares SPW cost estimates, integrating material, labor, equipment, and production data for multiple scopes.
• Analyzes drawings, models, and specifications to validate quantities, identify risks, and confirm scope completeness.
• Collaborates with field leaders, engineers, and project teams to verify production rates and align estimates with execution plans.
• Coordinates with procurement teams to evaluate vendor and supplier pricing for SPW materials and equipment, levelling bids.
• Develops variance analyses and cost studies to support value engineering and constructability discussions.
• Coordinates with scheduling and operations teams to ensure SPW scope aligns with phasing and sequencing plans.
• Communicates estimate assumptions, findings, and recommendations clearly to project stakeholders.

Skills

Cost estimating

Quantities & drawings analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field

Job description

DPR Construction in Austin, TX, seeks an experienced SPW cost estimator to support project planning and bidding. You will apply technical knowledge of materials, labor, and production methods to evaluate SPW scopes across multiple trades and reflect market conditions and risk in estimates.

You will collaborate with field leaders, engineers, and procurement to align estimates with execution plans, develop variance analyses, and continuously improve estimating tools and data management practices.