Project Estimator

At Thelin Recycling/Austin Wood Recycling, it is our mission to pursue quality and sustainability every day, create vital space—safely and effectively; and return an organic, 100% recycled product to the earth with purpose.

About Thelin Recycling

Thelin Recycling/Austin Wood Recycling (AWR) has rooted itself in service since 1987, cultivating a family-owned atmosphere in the pursuit of responsible stewardship of the land. Our goal is to give back to nature by recycling the collected materials from suburban and urban improvement projects using sustainable, environmentally friendly land-clearing practices. We strive to respect our natural resources by recycling all organic material; thereby reducing environmental strain and preventing landfill waste.

By creating our line of premium Texas Native® landscape products from recycled organic materials, we’re proud to manufacture goods from a byproduct of development. And as the nation’s largest contract grinding company, the AWR family is committed to continued growth with Texas and our customers across the United States, using safe, environmentally sound construction and manufacturing methods; exceeding customer expectations by delivering on time, with friendliness and dependability.

About the Position

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager/Estimator to join our growing team. You will be ultimately responsible for bidding on land-clearing construction projects and managing operations at the site when the job begins. The candidate must maintain relationships with current clients and expand our clientele in Texas and surrounding states.

A successful candidate for this position will ensure that the project is completed safely, on schedule and within budget. We expect you to have deep know-how in land clearing and job bidding/estimating practices. As a Project Estimator, you will have the opportunity to use your cost-estimating and project management expertise on land development projects in the greater Austin area. This is a great opportunity for a Project Estimator to join a team that is dedicated to safety, quality, and growth. If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can grow your career and get recognized for your contributions, then this could be the role for you!

If you possess solid technical, organizational, and communication skills; and have a proven track record, we want to speak with you!

Key Responsibilities

· Independently prepare cost estimates from site walks, plans or other documents.

· Oversee all stages of project life cycle.

· Manage project budget and billings.

· Provide timely status reports to company stakeholders.

· Analyze contractor cost proposals for reasonableness.

· Analyze contractor change proposals for reasonableness.

· Collaborate with other departments regarding expectations for input to estimating process.

· Facilitate group review and presentation of estimates.

· Maintain master estimate files and data relating to estimate.

· Other duties as assigned.

Leadership Responsibilities

The right individual will be self-motivated, a strong collaborator/communicator, able to think creatively and to work with others to find solutions, drive production, and produce quality results. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Education and/or Experience

· 3 to 5 years construction and/or sales experience.

· Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

· Strong knowledge of the industrial construction process and familiarity with labor, material, and equipment pricing conventions

· Ability to travel, company truck provided.

Professional Competencies and Skills

· Must be able to work in a sometimes noisy or dusty indoor and outdoor environment.

· Strong organizational and project management skills.

· Strong technical communication skills required: Excel, Word, etc.

· Ability to tactfully work with speed and self-confidence.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills to produce and maintain data, reports, and statements.

· Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively with all stakeholders.

· Attention to detail to ensure tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly.

· Ability to work effectively handling multiple projects and across multiple management levels.

· Must be able to work flexible hours and sometimes weekends.

· Bilingual a plus.

Benefits

We offer highly competitive salaries and premium benefits as we continue to strive to create a rewarding work environment. Salary considerations are based on qualification and experience.

· Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

· Personal-use company truck provided

· 401K fully vested at year-one – max company match of 4% for team member deferrals of 5% or greater

· Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

· Educational Assistance for Industry-related Certifications

Thelin recycling/Austin Wood Recycling is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pre-employment drug screens and background checks apply

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Construction estimating: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person