Chief Estimator - Construction Job Austin area,Texas USA,Construction

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Join one of the fastest-growing mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing platforms in the United States, delivering end-to-end solutions for mission-critical and data center environments nationwide. The organization is expanding rapidly and offers the opportunity to work on complex hyperscale and enterprise data center projects while supporting long-term career growth.

The organization is in search of a Chief Estimator to oversee budget and estimate creation, manage the estimating process across all bid and awarded projects, and establish standardized procedures, methods, and training for estimating resources.

Key Responsibilities:

Review project plans/specs and coordinate scope confirmation with the team
Identify risk issues and their scale
Solicit subcontractor and supplier pricing
Prepare bid instructions, bid forms, and solicitation materials
Manage quantity survey and pricing for internal budgets
Prepare conceptual budgets from minimal information
Review general conditions, schedules, scopes, and site logistics
Review and scope specialty contractor bids
Assess constructability with operational staff
Track construction and material cost trends
Analyze alternate means/methods for cost efficiency
Build strong relationships with customers, design teams, contractors, suppliers, and user groups
Participate in industry, client, and community relations
Support Job Kick-off Meetings and project reviews
Price change impacts as needed

Required Skills/

Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED required;
Bachelor's in Construction Management or Administration preferred
10+ years of estimating experience
Proficiency in estimating software and MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Strong mathematical and analytical skills
Ability to break down construction operations into logical sequences
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Willingness to travel
Strong work ethic, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Sharp attention to detail

Physical Requirements:

Standing, walking, sitting
In-person and phone communication
Use of hands/fingers for handling objects/controls
Reaching, stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching
Lifting up to 25 lbs

Salary:

$160,000 - $180,000