Project Estimator

About the role

This individual will report to our client’s office in Amarillo, TX (Hybrid 2 times per week). Employees may travel to a WSP office (Fort Worth, TX) for periodic meetings.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project specifications, drawings, and scope documentation to identify relevant cost components
• Perform quantity take-offs for multiple construction disciplines, including civil, structural, architectural, and mechanical systems
• Input and maintain estimate information using approved estimating software and templates
• Research and apply appropriate labor and material cost information based on location, project type, and duration
• Assist in the preparation of detailed cost breakdowns appropriate to the phase of work
• Contribute to the development of direct and indirect cost estimates for construction work
• Coverage of scope clarifications, inclusions, and exclusions for bid proposals
• Support the development of unit pricing, productivity rates, and escalation factors in estimate development
• Perform site visits or attend pre-bid meetings as needed to support estimating tasks
• Ensure compliance with corporate standards, estimating procedures, and client-specific requirements
• Maintain records of assumptions, methods, and reference data used in each estimate
• Assist in the evaluation of historical project data to support benchmarking and cost validation
• Contribute to cost modeling and early-stage budgeting efforts for feasibility studies or conceptual designs
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of estimates
• Analyze historical project cost data to identify trends, ratios, and cost drivers that support estimate development
• Participate in training, development, and process improvement initiatives to enhance estimating capability
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, or a closely related discipline, or proven equivalent experience
• 1 to 3 years of relevant post-education experience in estimating or related areas
• Proficiency in construction estimating fundamentals, including quantity-based estimating
• Proficiency with estimating and reporting tools, including Microsoft Excel and estimating software (e.g., InEight, RSMeans, Bluebeam or similar)
• Ability to review and interpret construction documents, specifications, and technical drawings
• Understanding of labor productivity concepts and cost build-up principles used in construction estimating
• Working knowledge of standard estimating deliverables and documentation practices
• Ability to interpret and use contractor/vendor cost inputs as reference information for estimating
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Office 365
• Strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and design teams
• Willingness to learn estimating processes, templates, and documentation standards, and to improve estimating consistency over time
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines under guidance
• Familiarity with industry construction standards and building methods
• Analytical mindset and ability to synthesize data from multiple sources
• Awareness of safety, environmental, and permitting considerations that can affect construction scope and cost
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a long-term career in cost estimating
• Experience using historical project actuals to develop ratios, trends, and benchmarks that inform estimates
• Commitment to ethical practices and compliance with corporate policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction estimating or related fields
• Knowledge of construction estimating software and tools
• Ability to interpret and analyze construction documents and specifications
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and other relevant software
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and design teams
• Interest in pursuing a long-term career in cost estimating
• Experience with historical project data analysis
• Compliance with corporate policies and ethical practices

Skills

• Construction estimating fundamentals
• Quantity-based estimating
• Estimating and reporting tools (Microsoft Excel, estimating software)
• Construction documents and specifications interpretation
• Historical project data analysis
• Communication and collaboration with internal stakeholders and design teams
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of industry construction standards and building methods
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends
• Commitment to ethical practices and compliance with corporate policies

Benefits

Employees may travel to a WSP office (Fort Worth, TX) for periodic meetings.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The role is a Hybrid 2 times per week arrangement, with employees reporting to the client’s office in Amarillo, TX.