Senior Estimator

About the role

Sabre Commercial is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our team in the Austin Office. Sabre Commercial is an Austin‑based commercial general contracting and construction services company operating in the Central Texas region. We formed Sabre out of a belief in quality, integrity, responsibility, and reputation. We truly care about our employees and our culture, and have gained recognition from the Austin American‑Statesman’s Top Work Place competition, ABJ’s list of the 50 fastest‑growing companies in Central Texas over multiple years and the Austin Business Journal’s list of Best Places to Work three years in a row and also in 2023.

The Senior Estimator will be responsible for managing all aspects of the estimating process, including evaluating risk, preparation of budgets, reviewing and complying with RFPs, blueprints, specifications and other documents while maintaining relationships and profitability throughout the estimating process. The role also involves developing strategies to meet project goals and presenting cost estimates to internal and external audiences.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, requirements and specifications.
• Coordinate subcontract solicitations and job walks.
• Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing.
• Determine labor and construction equipment costs.
• Solicit and communicate with subcontractors through the bid process.
• Secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters).
• Prepare estimates through all levels of design, i.e., Conceptual, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documents and Permit Documents.
• Review preliminary quotes and pre‑bid estimates with the Project Team.
• Conduct “Turnover Meetings” with the Operations Team.
• Assist jobsite staff with estimates after bid award.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Perform all estimator responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5–10 years estimating experience.
• Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings.
• Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations.
• Working knowledge of construction costs and principles.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs, engineering design knowledge, and project management/supervision (desirable).

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related functions.
• Familiarity with construction software such as SmartBidNet, Timberline, On‑Screen Take‑off, and Planswift.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills with suppliers and subcontractors.