Senior Estimator - Building Group

Job-ID: 11506Category: Operations/PreConLocation: Austin, TX, United States; San Antonio, TX, United StatesWorkplace: On-siteSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-10-12Job SummaryThe Senior Estimator operates with minimal oversight on preconstruction teams, frequently serving as the principal point of contact with the design team and the owner. Senior estimators are capable of leading all types of project delivery methods and have demonstrated competence in basic and advanced estimating functions.Senior Estimators are knowledgeable regarding cost for all work elements including mechanical and electrical systems and prepare conceptual estimates, general conditions, and logistics plans that require minimal review by senior staff. Sr. Estimators will also provide training and mentoring to estimators on staff.Key Responsibilities1. Capably performs basic estimating functions including quantity takeoff, pricing development for all trade work (including mechanical and electrical scopes), and abstracting (including the development and analysis of trade bids).2. Develops conceptual estimates for review by senior personnel.3. For projects where third party consultants are involved, provide justification and reconciliation of Sundt estimates.4. Leads the preparation of estimating documents/deliverables with minimal oversight from Senior personnel, to include budget uploads, purchasing plans, subcontracts, purchase orders, General Conditions and project logistics.5. Performs advanced estimating tasks to include serving as the prime point of contact for hard bid pursuits, coordinating constructability reviews, and applying appropriate indirect costs including insurance, taxes, and fees.6. Provide coordination with operations to ensure a reasonable plan (schedule, logistics, staffing) has been developed.7. Provides feedback to design team regarding cost and constructability.Minimum Job Requirements1. Four?year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.2. Ideal candidates will have project experience in one or more key market sectors identified by the business unit.3. Preferred candidates will have obtained their LEED accreditation and DBIA certification, or express willingness to obtain.4. Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.5. Successful history executing projects as the prime point of contact with minimal oversight for project teams.6. Ten or more years of experience in an estimating role.Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.Physical Requirements1. Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)2. May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis3. May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis4. May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors5. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures6. Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.7. Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis8. Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day9. Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis10. Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.Safety LevelSafety-SensitiveNote: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.#LI-HW1About the company As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do. At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws. Benefit list:Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performanceEmployee Stock Ownership Plan & 401KIndustry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First DayFlexible Time Off (FTO)Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness creditsFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance ProgramWorkplace Wellness ProgramsMental Health ProgramLife and Disability InsuranceEmployee-Owner PerksEducational AssistanceSundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's programNOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS Sundt Construction's Talent Acquisition team is the only authorized department to engage with and execute agreements on behalf of the company with external search firms, staffing agencies, and other third-party recruiting partners. Sundt Construction does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions. We will only consider candidates submitted by agencies that have a fully executed agreement with Sundt Construction on file prior to the candidate's submission.Any candidate submitted without an active, fully executed agreement will not be considered a qualified referral, and Sundt Construction assumes no obligation to pay any placement or recruiting fees. Additionally, any unsolicited resumes submitted to any Sundt Construction employee—including hiring managers or other personnel—will be deemed the property of Sundt Construction without any obligation to the submitting agency.