Senior Estimator

Noble Texas Builders•San Antonio, TX

38d

About The Position

Noble Texas Builders is a dedicated team of construction professionals servicing our clients and community by building with integrity, innovation, and quality. Noble Texas Builders upholds the highest standards in job site safety and professionalism. We offer advancement opportunities with In-house training to support Personnel Development. We are hiring an experienced Estimator for our San Antonio location to provide expert cost analysis for our clients. If you’re a hard-working professional, Noble Texas Builders is a perfect company for you. Apply now!

Requirements

Proven experience as construction estimator
Basic understanding of accounting and project management concepts
Deep understanding of research methodology, data analysis and estimation metrics
Comfortable with numbers and technology
Excellent knowledge of estimating software
Basic computer skills and software (Microsoft Office Software, more specifically Excel)
Great attention to detail
Ability to prepare quantity takeoffs and scope sheets for bids
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
Well-organized, reliable, and strong work ethic
BS/BA in engineering, construction science or relevant field
Exhibit ethical practices during negotiations and dealing with owners

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or other qualification will be a plus

Responsibilities

Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements, setting priorities.
Prepares construction budget by studying plans; updating specifications; identifying and projecting costs for each elevation.
Evaluates offers to purchase by costing changes, additions, and site requirements.
Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials; identifying qualified subcontractors; negotiating price.
Maintains cost keys and price masters by updating information.
Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Ability to prepare quantity takeoffs and scope sheets for bids.
Perform site visits when required to gather information to prepare a cost proposal for our clients.
Communicate with subcontractors and gain their interest in bidding on projects.
Think critically and derive the most economical options for clients while maintaining a quality product.
Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.