Chief Estimator

Socket.dev; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Corvant is seeking a Chief Estimator to lead budgeting and estimating across projects, establishing standardized estimating methods and training resources. The role oversees bid processes for all bids and awarded projects, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

The Chief Estimator will build relationships with clients, design teams, and suppliers, while driving cost efficiency and risk assessment throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of estimating experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with team to confirm scope.
• Identify risk issues and their magnitude.
• Solicit subcontractor/supplier pricing and information.
• Prepare bid instructions, bid forms and related information.
• Perform/manage quantity survey and pricing for budgets.
• Prepare conceptual budgets from minimal information.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Strong math skills

Team player

Effective communication

Deadline-driven

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management/related field

HS Diploma or GED

10+ years estimating experience

Tools

Estimating software

MS Office

Job description

Description

Corvant About Us:

At Corvant, we provide specialty HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical services to mission-critical commercial and industrial environments. Our teams support essential facilities across data centers, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and education.

We deliver end-to-end solutions across the facility lifecycle, including design, prefabrication, installation, controls integration, and ongoing service. As one of the fastest-growing platforms in our space, we are focused on operational excellence, technical expertise, and building a high-performing team.

The Chief Estimator is responsible for the creation of budgets and estimates. This position is responsible for the oversight of the estimating process for all projects bid and awarded, and will establish standardized procedures, methods, and processes for estimating and training estimating resources in the use of the same.

Requirements

Job Responsibilities (List is not inclusive)

• Reviews project plans and specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm complete scope.
• Identify risk issues and their order of magnitude.
• Solicit subcontractor and/or supplier information & pricing.
• Assist in “Good Faith Efforts” as required.
• Prepares instructions to bidders, bid form and other bid solicitation information as required.
• Performs and/or manages the quantity survey and pricing effort for internal budgets.
• Prepares conceptual budgets based on minimal information.
• Reviews general conditions, schedule, scopes of work and site logistics and other exhibits as prepared by Operations.
• Ensures the flow of project information is maintained and documented.
• Reviews and/or manages the review and scoping of specialty contractor bids.
• Reviews constructability issues with operational staff.
• Maintains and communicates data on construction and material cost trends affecting project costs.
• Analyze alternate means and methods to determine the most economical alternative.
• Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, specialty contractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.
• Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image.
• Perform other related duties as needed.
• Participate in the transfer of information on successful projects including the Job Kick-off Meeting.
• Assist in the preparation and review of work plans as requested.
• Participate in periodic reviews and visits to projects as appropriate.
• Pricing of change impacts as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Be proficient in all computer software programs used in estimating.
• Possess strong mathematical and computer skills. Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Ability to breakdown construction operations into a logical sequence of activities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to professionally communicate the basis for individual work product when in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Must be willing to travel.
• Candidates must possess a strong work ethic.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED Equivalent required. Bachelor’s Degree Construction Management, Administration preferred.
• 10 plus years of estimating experience required.

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand, walk, and sit.
• Talk or hear, both in person and by telephone.
• Use hand (s) and fingers to handle or feel objects or controls.
• Reach with hand (s) and arm (s).
• Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 25 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Corvant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, fostering growth and opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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