Senior Estimator — Construction Cost & WIP Leader

Jobot; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Estimator in Texas to join our established team. You will drive accurate cost estimation for commercial, civil infrastructure, and multifamily projects while ensuring GAAP-compliant financial practices.

The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Key duties include posting project transactions, monitoring WIP, analyzing expenses, managing cash flow, and leading month-end closes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in commercial construction/cost accounting.
• Strong understanding of project life cycle, WIP, billing, and reporting metrics.

Responsibilities

• Post project transactions including costs, billings, change orders, budget adjustments, and transfers.
• Monitor and report on project progression during monthly WIP reviews with actionable insights.
• Collaborate with project managers to analyze expenses and budget-to-actual reports.
• Oversee project cash flow management and aged receivables.
• Coordinate and facilitate project closeouts with managers.
• Lead the month-end close process per GAAP.
• Assist in preparing and presenting financial reports for stakeholders.
• Manage and support special financial analysis projects as needed.
• Mentor and train junior accounting staff.

Skills

CMiC

GAAP

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

CMiC

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Senior Estimator in Texas to join our established team. You will drive accurate cost estimation for commercial, civil infrastructure, and multifamily projects while ensuring GAAP-compliant financial practices.

The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Key duties include posting project transactions, monitoring WIP, analyzing expenses, managing cash flow, and leading month-end closes.