Construction Estimator

UT Health San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Construction Estimator coordinates and administers activities related to reviewing contractor quotations or preparing itemized cost estimates for facilities renovation, repair, and construction. The role provides cost estimates for renovation and infrastructure projects, supports construction change orders, performs internal design reviews, and responds to estimate questions from institutional departments.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret applicable plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps.
Ability to manage competing demands in a changing work environment and anticipate and work around delays or unexpected events.
Ability to multitask and maintain productivity under extreme pressure while meeting deadlines accurately and efficiently.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong organization, planning, and time-management skills.
High school diploma required.

Responsibilities

Provides itemized cost estimates for renovation and infrastructure construction projects based on proposed project scopes.
During the construction phase, prepares construction change order documents with descriptions and cost information for proposed changes.
Performs internal design reviews before construction documents are completed.
Reviews and addresses final estimate questions or concerns from Institutional Departments.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including free employee UT SELECT coverage and options to add family members.
Group term life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage.
Three dental insurance plan options.
Two vision plan options.
Disability insurance enrollment option.
Flexible spending accounts for qualifying dependent care and health care expenses.
Retirement plan eligibility through TRS or ORP, with voluntary retirement programs also available.
Paid time off of 128 to 208 hours per fiscal year, based on years of service.
Extended Illness Bank accrual of 8 hours per month.
Paid family leave of up to 240 hours after six months of consecutive employment.
Twelve paid holidays each year.
Discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.