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Technical Estimator

Technical Estimator

Pax Services Group • Austin, TX, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Title

This position is responsible for developing cost estimates and construction schedules from rough-order-of-magnitude to detailed working level and presenting results in formats suitable for use by clients, design teams, and project leaders. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and a creative approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

  • Meet and collaborate with clients, engineers, and internal teams to thoroughly understand project requirements.
  • Analyze project specifications, drawings, and documents to compile project notes, RFIs, scope definitions, and clarifications.
  • Measure buildings, verify dimensions, and perform test cuts when required.
  • Conduct take-offs and prepare accurate cost estimates using Edge Estimating software.
  • Review and interpret Notice to Proceed letters, contracts, and scopes to ensure alignment with pricing accuracy.
  • Evaluate existing and proposed processes, staffing, and materials to identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
  • Draft detailed cost estimates and proposals based on data analysis, distributing reports to project managers, engineers, clients, and other stakeholders.
  • Generate reports forecasting production scenarios and make recommendations based on findings.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers during project handoffs and proactively address any estimation-related issues.
  • Identify areas within estimates where performance can exceed expectations, coordinating improvements with project and production teams.
  • Participate in post-completion financial analysis, tracking performance metrics, bid results, and accuracy.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year experience in project estimating or project management within commercial roofing.
  • Familiarity with commercial roofing systems (single-ply, asphalt, hot/cold applied, metal) is highly preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with experience creating financial forecasts.
  • Preferred experience using Edge Estimating software.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting specifications and drawings.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar software.

Education & Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Commercial roofing estimating experience (1+ year).

Physical Requirements

  • Extended periods of desk and computer work.
  • Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed for field measurement tasks.
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