Estimator II
Dallas, TXFull-timePosted 1mo agoStill listed today
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Ryan Companies is hiring an Estimator II for the National Industrial team to provide estimating management and support during preconstruction, focusing on detailed cost information for high‑tech manufacturing plants, laboratories, and biotech production sites.
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Job Description:
Ryan Companies is hiring an Estimator II for our National Industrial team! The Estimator II position Provides estimating management and support during the preconstruction process. This position focuses on the creation and analysis of detailed cost information. Our Industrial team builds facilities such as high-tech manufacturing plants, laboratories, or biotech production sites with cleanrooms, R&D labs, or advanced manufacturing lines, integrating cutting-edge systems. Come join our team and lend your expertise!
Some things you can expect to do:
- Work with preconstruction managers, project managers, and other estimators to develop accurate and timely conceptual and detailed estimates.
- Perform quantity take-offs of all construction systems.
- Solicit subcontractor pricing for budgeting and bidding events.
- Scope, select and recommend subcontractors based on best value and project requirements.
- Create and monitor project estimate updates with the evolution and refinement of project scope.
- Champion data integrity through consistent archiving of estimates and tracking historic costs.
- Support the development, architecture, and construction teams with preconstruction expertise including cost validation, value design, preconstruction project schedule input, procurement lead times, and project pursuit assistance.
- Support, review, and provide feedback on project estimates created by the project managers and other estimators.
- Assist and mentor new estimators, project managers, and preconstruction engineers.
- Assist clients and developers with conceptual budgets, capable of cost modeling using Uniformat II system costs.
Candidate Requirements:
- 4 year engineering, architectural or management degree required, or experience in relevant field.
- 6+ years commercial construction experience.
- Knowledge of construction means and methods and able to read and understand project plans.
- Proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.
- Be able to perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take offs, and summarize data in a meaningful way.
- Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel. Working knowledge of OST, Bluebeam, VICO, Navisworks, and Revit a plus.
- Knowledge of design-build, CM at Risk, and best-value processes.
- Able to teach skills and knowledge to others.
- Knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, and procurement methods.
- Able to listen, prioritize, and value the opinions of others.
You will really stand out if you:
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Have knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, and procurement methods.
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Are proficient with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.
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Can perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take-offs and then summarize data for comparison and evaluation.
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Demonstrate working knowledge of DESTINI Estimator, Microsoft Excel, OST, JOIN, BuildingConnected and Bluebeam.
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Communicate proactively and effectively, and focus on customer needs, expectations, and satisfaction.
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Display a high level of professionalism, honesty, and integrity.
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Have experience with commercial industrial and/or sitework estimating.
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4 year engineering, architectural or management degree required, or experience in relevant field.
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6+ years commercial construction experience.
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Knowledge of construction means and methods and able to read and understand project plans.
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Proficiency with CSI and Uniformat II work breakdown structures.
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Be able to perform thoughtful and accurate quantity take offs and summarize data in a meaningful way.
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Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel. Working knowledge of OST, Bluebeam, VICO, Navisworks, and Revit a plus.
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Knowledge of design-build, CM at Risk, and best-value processes.
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Able to teach skills and knowledge to others.
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Knowledge of construction means and methods, building types, and procurement methods.
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Able to listen, prioritize, and value the opinions of others.
Compensation:
The annual base salary may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.
Eligibility: Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Retirement and Savings Benefits
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
- Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
- Employee Discount Programs
- Pet insurance
- Charitable Donation Matching
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.
Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Notice to Candidates: Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you recieve communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at [email protected]
Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies: Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
How this job compares
Set against the 2,112 open Estimator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Texas median$90–152K/yr38 salary ranges
- US median$24–31/hr100 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 175 open Estimator jobs in Texas and 2,112 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Texas
- Kiewit27 open
- Black & Veatch16 open
- Southland Industries16 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 6 years of experience; Estimator postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (1,635 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 305 of the 2,112 open Estimator jobs (14%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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