Senior Cost Estimator – Feasibility to Budget Leader

Energy Jobline ZR; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid medical and dental

401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up

Unlimited paid leave and paid holidays

Job summary

Sunland Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to join our team. You will support the PM and CM teams in delivering design-side estimates for a range of projects from concept to detailed design.

The senior will work with project teams and owner representatives to produce timely cost estimates at each project stage, ensuring budgets remain feasible and aligned with client goals.

This is an on-site role in Austin, TX, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction cost estimating experience.
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications for multiple disciplines.
• Proficient with cost databases, software systems, and industry standards.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field.
• Excellent written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide ROM, conceptual, and design development estimates.
• Maintain and update cost databases.
• Assist in cost reconciliations against contractor estimates.
• Collaborate with project team and owner representatives.
• Read plans and specs across disciplines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Team player

Reading and interpreting plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

CostOs

Planswift

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Sunland Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Cost Estimator to join our team. You will support the PM and CM teams in delivering design-side estimates for a range of projects from concept to detailed design.

The senior will work with project teams and owner representatives to produce timely cost estimates at each project stage, ensuring budgets remain feasible and aligned with client goals.

This is an on-site role in Austin, TX, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.