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Engen Contracting (ECI) | Austin, Texas

At Engen Contracting (ECI), we're looking for more than someone who can prepare estimates—we're looking for a strategic thinker who builds relationships, identifies opportunities, and helps position projects for success before construction even begins.

As a Commercial Construction Estimator, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality ground-up and tenant improvement commercial projects while working alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. You'll help shape project strategy, build strong relationships with clients and trade partners, and contribute to the continued growth of a company built on integrity, accountability, and excellence.

If you're looking for more than just another estimating role—and want the opportunity to influence projects before construction begins while growing with an established commercial general contractor—we'd love to meet you.

Engen Contracting (ECI) is a commercial general contractor headquartered in Austin, Texas, serving clients throughout Central Texas while continuing to expand into other major Texas markets.

For nearly three decades, we've earned a reputation for delivering quality projects, building lasting client relationships, and fostering a culture centered on ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Our portfolio includes ground-up and tenant improvement commercial projects across a variety of markets, including:

• Retail

• Restaurants

• Self-Storage

• Medical

• Child Development & Education

• Office & Office-Warehouse

• Industrial

• Specialty Commercial

We deliver projects of all sizes—from fast-paced tenant improvements to large-scale ground-up developments—providing opportunities to work on a diverse portfolio while growing your career.

At ECI, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We invest in professionals who take pride in their work, continually improve their craft, and genuinely care about the success of their clients and teammates.

The Commercial Construction Estimator plays a critical role in ECI's continued growth and success.

This position is responsible for developing complete and competitive estimates while helping ECI pursue the right opportunities, strengthen relationships with trade partners, and ensure a seamless transition from preconstruction into operations.

Success in this role requires more than technical expertise. It requires strategic thinking, attention to detail, relationship building, and the ability to identify project risks and opportunities before construction begins.

• Lead the bid process from document review through final proposal submission.

• Perform quantity takeoffs and scope analysis using Bluebeam and related estimating software.

• Review plans, specifications, and project requirements.

• Coordinate RFIs throughout the bidding process.

• Develop conceptual budgets and early-stage cost analyses.

• Identify value engineering opportunities and constructability improvements.

• Evaluate project logistics, procurement concerns, and schedule risks.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.

• Solicit competitive pricing and maintain strong bid coverage.

• Analyze subcontractor proposals and level bids for complete scope alignment.

• Prepare scopes of work, qualifications, and proposal clarifications.

• Conduct site visits to evaluate existing conditions.

• Develop preliminary project schedules using Microsoft Project.

• Utilize Procore to distribute bid packages and monitor subcontractor participation.

• Coordinate project turnover with Project Managers and Superintendents following project award.

• Participate in preconstruction meetings with owners, architects, engineers, and consultants.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients, owners, architects, subcontractors, and industry partners.

• Support business development efforts through proactive communication and relationship building.

• Represent ECI professionally throughout the preconstruction process.

The ideal candidate demonstrates:

• 5+ years of estimating experience with a Commercial General Contractor.

• Experience estimating ground-up and tenant improvement commercial construction projects.

• Strong understanding of commercial construction assemblies, subcontractor scopes, and estimating best practices.

• Ability to identify project risks, constructability concerns, and scope gaps before bid submission.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.

• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.

• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with exceptional attention to detail.

• High ethical standards and personal accountability.

• Bluebeam experience

• Procore experience

• Microsoft Project experience

• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

• Experience developing conceptual budgets and value engineering solutions.

• Valid driver's license and dependable transportation.

At ECI, we look for professionals who:

• Take ownership of their work.

• Build strong relationships with clients and trade partners.

• Think proactively and solve problems before they become issues.

• Lead with integrity and professionalism.

• Communicate openly and collaborate effectively.

• Continuously improve both personally and professionally.

• Desire a long-term career where they can continue growing alongside our team.

At ECI, Estimators do more than prepare bids—they help shape projects, influence strategy, build lasting client relationships, and contribute directly to the continued success of our company.

We invest in our people because we believe our greatest competitive advantage is the strength of our team.

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Strong Leadership Support

• Collaborative Team Environment

• Long-Term Career Growth

• Diverse Commercial Project Portfolio

If you're looking for a company where your contributions matter, your ideas are valued, and your career has room to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Engen Contracting and help us build the future of commercial construction.

• This is a full-time, in-office position based in Austin, Texas.

• This position is not remote.

• Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

• As part of our hiring process, candidates complete a behavioral assessment. This assessment helps us better understand communication styles, strengths, and work preferences and is one of several tools we use to support long-term success for both our employees and our team.

• ECI does not sponsor employment visas, including H-1B status.

• No third-party recruiters, please.

• Engen Contracting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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