Estimator

Estimator Position

Kickstart your career with UES as an Estimator in our Fort Worth office!

This role is ideal for a recent graduate, someone with estimating experience, or a professional with strong blueprint-reading and Excel skills who is looking to grow within the construction and engineering industry. You'll play a key role in supporting business development efforts by reviewing project plans, preparing estimates, building relationships with clients, and helping drive new business opportunities while gaining exposure to a wide variety of construction and infrastructure projects. As a critical member of the team, you'll collaborate with operations, project managers, and business development professionals to help position UES as the preferred partner for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project documents (plans, specifications) to identify materials testing requirements.
• Review project plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and bid documents to develop accurate cost estimates for Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspection services.
• Perform quantity take-offs, pricing, and bid proposals for material testing scopes.
• Generate accurate cost estimates for field and lab testing services, manage proposals workload, provide proposal review.
• Communicate with prospective clients regarding project bid status, scope needs.
• Prepare and present clear, comprehensive proposals to clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management; or 5+ years of industry related experience
• Valid driver's license, with acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to read and understand construction blueprints, and both technical and operational information.
• Needs excellent communication skills, and must maintain a professional personal appearance
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong time management, mathematical, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team with a focus on producing high-quality work.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints, procedures, manuals, technical documents, and reports.

Travel Requirements

This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 10% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position primarily operates in a professional office environment, requiring the ability to work at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment.
• The position involves sitting for extended periods, performing data entry, and engaging in frequent communication via email, phone, and in-person interactions.
• The role involves regular communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders, both in person and through virtual platforms.
• The physical demands of the job may include occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here