Estimating Professional Associate

Industry

Cities & Places

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

As an estimator you will work under the direction of a senior estimator to gain knowledge of estimating commercial and industrial projects. Prior estimating experience is not required however, relative educational major associated with the position is preferred. Candidates will have the opportunity to grow and work on diverse projects nationwide. In addition, you will work with a team of highly qualified cost professionals to build your knowledge and help you grow as a cost estimating professional.

Prospective candidate must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and must be able to work in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Ability to analyze construction drawings and specification to determine scope of work

• Complete training on civil, structural, and architectural disciplines of estimating by a senior estimator

• Ability to write a basis of estimate documenting estimating approach and assumptions

• Prepare detailed take-offs using Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff and eTakeoff.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of historical cost data for benchmarking 

• Accurately estimate costs related to labor, materials and equipment for given scope of work

• Prepare cost estimates from conceptual design through detail final construction documents. 

Here's what you'll need

• Minimum 0-3 years’ experience in construction cost estimating 

• Bachelor’s degree in related field

• Experience with BIM Model used for quantity takeoff

• Good technical writing skills

• Good computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)

• Proficient in Bluebeam is a plus

• Proficient in OnScreen Takeoff

• Working knowledge of Sage Estimating Software is a plus

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

85,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

128,480.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $85,000.00 to $128,480.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 22, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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Locations

City State Country
Omaha	Nebraska	United States