Estimator, Construction

About the role

As an Estimator on Tesla's Facilities and Construction team in Sparks, NV, you will prepare accurate cost estimates for projects ranging from tenant improvements to large-scale industrial facilities. You will partner with project managers, engineers, architects, and contractors to validate scope, support procurement, and help deliver projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for all necessary divisions, including CSA and MEP, from concept through IFC drawing packages
• Analyze construction drawings, specifications, and RFPs to develop comprehensive bid packages, collaborating with internal and external teams to validate scope and assumptions
• Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and vendor bids
• Maintain and update historical cost databases and benchmarking data
• Support value engineering efforts to optimize project costs without compromising quality
• Assist in contract negotiations and procurement strategies
• Track and report on budget variances throughout the project lifecycle while supporting multiple concurrent projects

Requirements

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 3-7+ years of experience in construction estimating, preferably in industrial, manufacturing, or mission-critical environments
• Proficiency with takeoff software such as Bluebeam or similar
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and sequencing
• Ability to read and interpret CSA and MEP drawings
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience working with GCs, subcontractors, and design teams in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with options for $0 paycheck contribution
• Company-paid Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plans and other financial benefits
• Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90-day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, accrued hours for hourly positions) and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program