Job description

Description

Are you ready to kickstart your career in construction and become an integral part of a high-performing team? As Estimator, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring a thorough understanding of everything required to successfully bid and win multi-family, commercial, and education construction projects. You’ll have hands-on involvement in preconstruction services and direct collaboration with industry professionals while being part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

For 40 years, Cadence McShane Construction Company has been a trusted name in the industry. Based in Plano, TX, with regional offices in Austin, San Antonio, and Houston, the company delivers comprehensive general construction, design/build, and construction management services.

Responsibilities

Analyze bid specifications and drawings to prepare detailed project estimates for time, cost, materials, and labor.
Collaborate with project management and marketing teams on proposals, bid analysis, constructability reviews, and preliminary project schedules.
Collaborate with vendors and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing.
Participate in pre-bid meetings to define project scope and requirements.
Assist with purchase orders and subcontracts for awarded projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field
An eye for detail, organizational prowess, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to use or learn estimating software
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Key Information

Full-time, in-person role split between the local office and assigned jobsite
Valid U.S. Driver’s License required
Authorization to work in the U.S. required

Are you ready to make an impact and grow with us, but looking for something different? Visit our careers page at www.cadencemcshaneconstruction.com/join-our-team.

Cadence McShane Construction cultivates a culture of inclusion where every individual’s unique background and perspective are embraced. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

No Agency Inquiries Please: The McShane Companies (McShane Construction Company, Cadence McShane Construction Company, and Conor Commercial Real Estate) do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidates’ names or summaries from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. The McShane Companies will not pay a placement fee in connection with any such unsolicited resumes.

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