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Junior Construction Cost Estimator

Job in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, 76102, USA
Listing for: AlphaX
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering, Building & Residential Construction
  • Engineering
    Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are looking for a detail-focused Junior Construction Estimator to support preconstruction and bidding activities. This role is centered on cost analysis, quantity takeoffs, and proposal support
, and does not involve project management duties
. The position is ideal for someone beginning or growing a career in construction estimating who enjoys working with drawings, numbers, and bid preparation workflows.

This role supports construction bidding efforts by helping produce accurate and competitive project estimates
. The estimator will work closely with senior estimating staff to ensure scope alignment, pricing accuracy, and organized documentation for construction proposals.

Responsibilities
  • Perform material quantity takeoffs and basic cost analysis for construction projects.
  • Review architectural, structural, and technical drawings to support estimating accuracy.
  • Assist in preparing bid packages and proposal documents under senior guidance.
  • Research material pricing, labor rates, and market cost trends.
  • Maintain organized estimate records, subcontractor pricing inputs, and supporting data.
  • Support bid coordination and submission deadlines.
  • Collect vendor and supplier pricing information as needed.
  • Update estimating spreadsheets and tracking systems.
  • Verify project scope alignment between plans, specifications, and estimate assumptions.
  • Help improve estimating accuracy across future projects.

Important: This position is strictly an estimating support role.
No project management, field supervision, or construction execution responsibilities are included.

Requirements
  • 1-3 years of experience in construction estimating or construction support work.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  • Experience performing basic quantity takeoffs.
  • Familiarity with estimating software, spreadsheets, or digital takeoff tools.
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
  • Excellent organization and attention to detail.
  • Good communication skills when coordinating with vendors and internal teams.
  • High school diploma required; associate degree or construction-related coursework preferred.
Preferred Skills
  • Exposure to commercial or residential construction estimating.
  • Knowledge of bid solicitation and subcontractor pricing workflows.
  • Understanding of construction bidding cycles.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced estimating environment.
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation aligned with market standards.
  • Health insurance options.
  • Paid time off and holiday leave.
  • Professional development and training opportunities in construction estimating.
  • Collaborative office-based work environment focused on preconstruction planning.
  • Career growth potential within estimating operations.
Work Environment
  • Office-based estimating support role.
  • Focused on preconstruction cost planning and bid preparation.
  • Opportunity to build foundational skills in construction cost estimation.

If you are detail-oriented, eager to learn estimating fundamentals, and interested in construction cost analysis, this opportunity may be a strong career start.

Apply directly to be considered for immediate review.

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