Senior Commercial Construction Estimator | Cost & Budgets

Apex Multifamily Builders; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career advancement

Job summary

Apex Multifamily Builders is seeking a skilled Construction Estimator for commercial projects in Austin, TX. You will estimate costs, prepare budgets, and guide construction planning with attention to detail and accuracy.

The role requires deep knowledge of commercial construction processes, software for costing and scheduling, and strong communication with clients and teams. Travel to various sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Proficient in cost estimating and budgeting for commercial projects.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to negotiate with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Familiar with regulatory construction standards and health & safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Gather proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related docs to prepare estimates.
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements from plans.
• Compute costs by analyzing requirements.
• Resolve discrepancies with data collection and analysis.
• Present estimates with a detailed cost summary.
• Maintain cost database and backups.
• Keep current with construction knowledge via workshops and publications.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, and engineers for project details.
• Oversee pre-construction duties like design reviews and scheduling.
• Create and present project estimates to upper management.
• Evaluate changes and ensure adherence to budgets.
• Develop strategies to meet project goals such as schedules and materials.

Skills

Cost estimating

Budgeting

Mathematical analysis

Communication

Vendor negotiation

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Apex Multifamily Builders is seeking a skilled Construction Estimator for commercial projects in Austin, TX. You will estimate costs, prepare budgets, and guide construction planning with attention to detail and accuracy.

The role requires deep knowledge of commercial construction processes, software for costing and scheduling, and strong communication with clients and teams. Travel to various sites may be required.