Senior Estimator (Aviation - North Texas) - Austin Commercial

Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to grow your career at one of the industry’s leading construction firms? Put your expertise and project engineering skills to work at Austin Commercial. Austin Commercial is currently seeking a Senior Estimator for our Aviation Division, based in Dallas, TX. We set the standard for commercial construction and we’re looking for talented construction professionals to join us. Austin is 100% employee-owned, so every one of our employee-owners has a vested interest in our success. As a result, we consistently meet and exceed our customers’ expectations with our commitment to safety, service, and integrity. Join us today. We Own It!Responsibilities Quantity/Cost Take-OffsDevelops accurate and concise clarifications and assumptionsIdentifies conflicts/missing data and obtains clarification on plans and specifications from design professionalsDevelops bid lists and invites subcontractors and suppliers to submit bidsAttends design meetings with owner and architect to understand scope and requirements of projectUnderstand the entire project scope and accurately account for missing/upcoming design refinementsWorks with subcontractors, designers, and owners to identify cost savings/value engineering when costs exceed owner's construction budgetReads RFPs and contracts to identify scope inclusions, contract terms, and riskObtain and review proposals and quotes by subcontractors or vendorsDetailed review of all documents including specifications for identification of onerous requirementsReview and correct the work of other estimators working on the projectStrengthen relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, architects, etc.)RequirementsGenerally, requires 5 to 9 years of estimating experience, including competitive bid and negotiated work as well as conceptual estimatingBS/BA in engineering, construction science, architecture, or relevant discipline strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experienceFamiliarity with construction materials, means, and methodsAdvanced knowledge in building designs, systems, and construction materialsStrong math and technology ability with an analytical mindsetProficient in relevant estimating and quantity take-off softwareOutstanding communication and negotiation abilitiesThoroughness and reliabilityExcellent organizational skillsBenefits & CompensationWe offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned.Austin Commercial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.See the “Know Your Rights” poster available in English and Spanish.About Austin CommercialBecome an owner of one of North America's most respected and fastest-growing commercial construction firms! Austin Commercial’s employee-owners put our expertise to work in regional and national operations, building iconic projects that set the bar in our industry. Whether world-class airports and aviation facilities, technologically advanced healthcare facilities, cutting-edge educational and research facilities, professional sports stadiums, high-rises, hospitality, and other leading commercial markets, Austin’s industry expertise and ingenuity are second to none. Become an employee-owner today, grow your career, and put your skills to work at Austin Commercial.To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/commercial.No Third-Party Inquiries PleaseThis Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company.Accessibility NoteIf you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs or have accessibility concerns, please contact the People Services Team at (877) 831-1217.