Senior Estimator

Integra•Remote, TX

13d•Remote

About The Position

Integra is seeking a highly skilled Senior Estimator to support construction and data center projects. The role focuses on preparing accurate cost estimates, with particular expertise in concrete, tilt-up, and commercial flatwork, and helps ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. The Senior Estimator works closely with Project Management and Construction Management to develop proposals and coordinate production rates, schedule milestones, and job sequencing. The position gathers project requirements, performs material and labor quantity takeoffs, analyzes drawings and specifications, prepares construction budgets, evaluates cost changes and site requirements, and obtains and negotiates vendor and subcontractor bids. It also maintains cost data, prepares reports on costs and project trends, communicates project needs across teams, and stays current with industry practices. Integra describes itself as a vertically integrated data center company managing phases from site selection and design through manufacturing, procurement, commissioning, and warranty. It emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, and provides equal employment opportunities.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant work experience; 8 or more years preferred.
Quality-focused approach.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Strong budget and documentation skills.
Experience managing vendor relationships.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, plus Adobe.
Working knowledge of construction scheduling.
Ability to develop and manage teams.
Ability to identify and resolve complex issues, with strong decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
Eight or more years of relevant work experience is preferred.
Experience in construction estimating, particularly concrete, tilt-up, and commercial flatwork, and in the data center sector.

Responsibilities

Gather necessary information and requirements, set priorities, and prepare work for estimation.
Perform quantity takeoffs for materials and labor to develop production estimates.
Analyze construction drawings and interpret specifications to prepare accurate cost projections for each elevation.
Prepare detailed construction budgets by reviewing plans, updating specifications, and identifying costs for each project phase.
Evaluate purchase offers, cost changes, additions, and site requirements against budget constraints.
Obtain vendor and subcontractor bids, specify materials, identify qualified subcontractors, and negotiate pricing.
Maintain cost keys and price masters, and resolve cost discrepancies through data collection and analysis.
Prepare special reports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing cost data and project trends.
Maintain service quality by following organizational standards and procedures.
Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs to maintain continuity among corporate, division, and local teams.
Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and standards through workshops, publications, and professional societies.
Work with Project Management to develop proposals and with Construction Management to coordinate production rates, schedule milestones, and job sequencing.