Job Description Summary:

Overall Planning and Management of Estimating Department and Estimating Activities for Specific Construction Projects, Including Preparation, Interpretation and Presentation of Estimates

Job Description:

Chief Estimator

Austin, TX

Job Description:

*** PLEASE NOTE: THIS ROLE IS BASED IN Austin, TX***

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Unanticipated worksites may be required.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Overall Planning and Management of Estimating Department and Estimating Activities for Specific Construction Projects, Including Preparation, Interpretation and Presentation of Estimates.

• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.

• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.

• Coordinate subcontract solicitations and job walks.

• Determine labor and construction equipment costs.

• Prepare conceptual estimates. Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules.

• Submit requisitions for purchase of materials.

• Compare competitive trade bids.

• Review preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with Project Manager.

• Secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters).

• Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractors.

• Participate in bid compilation on bid day.

• Assist jobsite staff with estimates after bid award.

• Perform post-bid buyouts (if applicable).

• Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractors.

• Supervise and train estimating staff. 

• Able to perform all essential Senior Estimator responsibilities.

• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Will accept a Bachelor's degree or foreign academic equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural or related field and eight (8) years of progressive experience as an Estimator or other related construction occupation/position/job title involving estimating.

• Knowledge of specifications, drawings, and BIM Models.

• Knowledge of construction costs and principles

• Estimating software experience with one (1) of the following: Excel, Bluebeam, Revit, Destini, or equivalent

• Scheduling fundamentals

• Subcontract scope development and bid analysis

40 hours/week; $100,000.00 - $130,000.00/year

EEO employer: including race, gender, disability & veteran status.