14 Oct 2025

Senior Estimator

  • Permanent / Full Time
  • Texas - Houston
  • General Contracting
Job Title: Senior Estimator – Concrete / Tilt-Wall / Industrial Construction Location: Houston, TX
Position Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Estimator to join our preconstruction team in Houston. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in concrete and tilt-wall construction, with a solid background in industrial and education projects. This role is responsible for managing all estimating activities — from conceptual budgeting to hard bid — while supporting strategy, accuracy, and profitability across multiple project types.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and manage detailed cost estimates for concrete, tilt-wall, industrial, and education sector projects
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope and requirements
  • Perform quantity takeoffs and develop comprehensive cost breakdowns for materials, labor, and equipment
  • Lead bid strategy sessions, subcontractor outreach, and bid evaluations
  • Review subcontractor proposals for completeness, scope coverage, and competitiveness
  • Collaborate with operations, project management, and preconstruction teams to ensure constructability and accuracy
  • Provide conceptual estimates and cost models during early design and preconstruction phases
  • Support value engineering efforts and provide cost-effective design alternatives
  • Mentor junior estimators and support team development within the estimating department
Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of estimating experience in concrete, tilt-wall, or structural construction
  • Proven track record with industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, and educational facility projects
  • Strong understanding of means, methods, and sequencing for tilt-wall and structural concrete systems
  • Proficiency in HeavyBid, WinEst, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar estimating software
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Strong communication and presentation skills for internal and client-facing coordination
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
  • OSHA 30 certification a plus
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