Senior Estimator
Reporting directly to executive leadership, the Senior Estimator will lead all estimating and preconstruction activities while helping shape future processes, systems, and team growth.
- Lead complete estimating and preconstruction efforts for both ground-up and interior construction projects.
- Prepare conceptual estimates, detailed budgets, GMP submissions, and competitive bid proposals.
- Perform quantity takeoffs, scope reviews, subcontractor leveling, and bid evaluations.
- Develop and expand relationships with subcontractors and suppliers throughout Central Texas.
- Support value engineering initiatives and identify opportunities to improve project profitability.
- Maintain historical cost databases, pricing information, and market intelligence.
- Partner closely with operations teams to ensure seamless project handoffs following award.
The successful applicant we are seeking for the Senior Estimator:
- 8+ years of commercial construction estimating experience with a general contractor.
- Proven experience estimating projects ranging from approximately $1M to $10M.
- Strong background across both ground-up construction and tenant improvement projects.
- Experience within commercial, retail, restaurant, healthcare, hospitality, or office construction environments.
- Deep understanding of the Central Texas subcontractor and supplier market.
- Demonstrated success preparing GMPs, conceptual estimates, and detailed bid packages.
- Advanced proficiency in Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with Procore and familiarity with Sage or similar construction software platforms.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across operations, field, and executive leadership teams.
- OSHA certifications and a valid Texas driver's license preferred.
- Base salary of $120,000 - $145,000 depending on experience.
- Annual performance bonus opportunity.
- Monthly vehicle allowance and phone allowance.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) benefits.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
- Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making.
- The opportunity to build and eventually lead the preconstruction function as the business expands.
- Significant autonomy, influence, and long-term career progression within a growing organization.
Contact Sydni Murray Quote job ref JN-102026-7119901
Job Summary
- Sector
- Construction
- Sub Sector
- Site Manager
- Industry
- Property
- Where
- Austin
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Consultant Name
- Sydni Murray
- Job Reference
- JN-102026-7119901