Senior JOC Estimator (Remote-Friendly)

W3Global; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global seeks a true expert in Job Order Contracting (JOC) estimating to price task orders under our JOC programs for public agency clients. This remote-friendly role reviews scopes from ISDs, municipalities, universities, Harris County, and community colleges, and builds detailed line-item estimates using RS Means/Gordian CBS.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in JOC/IDIQ estimating, strong Excel skills, and experience with eGordian/Trimble.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years dedicated JOC/IDIQ estimating experience; 10+ years preferred.
• Mastery of RS Means/Gordian pricing systems including non-prepriced items.
• Proven track record pricing and winning public-sector JOC programs.
• Strong ability to price from plans and remote site information.
• Excellent organizational skills for multiple orders and deadlines.
• Skilled at building subcontractor/vendor relationships and negotiating pricing.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with JOC estimating software (eGordian/Trimble).
• Bachelor's in Construction Mgmt, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Review task order scopes, drawings, and specs and develop detailed line-item estimates using RS Means/Gordian CBS or equivalent.
• Prepare and submit Job Order proposals within client turnaround windows for pricing accuracy and completeness.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and vendor quotes for non-prepriced/SUP items.
• Coordinate remotely with Houston team to gather scope, access, and site details for pricing.
• Coordinate with project management to reflect schedules, sequencing, and logistics in estimates.
• Maintain and reconcile task order logs across active JOC contracts.
• Support public-sector business development, tracking solicitations, coefficients, and renewals.
• Ensure compliance with JOC program requirements, prevailing wage rules, and procurement policies.
• Build strong relationships with owner representatives, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes and data.

Skills

JOC estimating

RS Means

Public sector bids

Excel proficiency

Vendor negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

eGordian

Trimble

Gordian CBS

Job description

W3Global seeks a true expert in Job Order Contracting (JOC) estimating to price task orders under our JOC programs for public agency clients. This remote-friendly role reviews scopes from ISDs, municipalities, universities, Harris County, and community colleges, and builds detailed line-item estimates using RS Means/Gordian CBS.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in JOC/IDIQ estimating, strong Excel skills, and experience with eGordian/Trimble.