Chief Estimator

ZipRecruiter; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 132,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks a Chief Estimator to manage estimating activities and ensure projects meet deadlines and budget accurately. The role demands strong leadership, plan understanding, and team coordination skills. Competitive salary offered along with a supportive company culture and an array of benefits.

Benefits

9 paid holidays

Generous PTO

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Supportive, team-oriented culture

Qualifications

• Experience managing estimating departments.
• Strong understanding of construction plans and specs.
• Ability to coordinate and solicit quotes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities of the estimating department.
• Create and execute estimating work plans.
• Coordinate and solicit quotes from vendors and subcontractors.

Skills

Team management

Estimating preparation

Vendor coordination

Understanding of plans and specifications

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

We're Hiring: Experienced Chief Estimator
Take the Lead as Chief Estimator — Build the Future with Precision, Strategy, and Vision
Starting Salary: $132,000 - 159,000 (DOE)
Apply Today — Text HWH to 903.231.7076

Why Join HWH?

At Harrison, Walker & Harper (HWH), we believe that without a solid foundation, nothing can stand — not buildings, and not company culture. That’s why we’ve spent over 100 years building a company rooted in honesty, integrity, and strong personal relationships. We're proud of what we've built — and who we've built it with.

Position Overview: Chief Estimator

The Chief Estimator is responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the estimating department, including pre-bid meeting attendance, preconstruction services, plan and specification procurement and reviews, posting project for bidding, quantity take offs, summary top sheets, directions and coordinating activities of the designated estimate to ensure that goals or objectives of the estimate and the company are accomplished timely, efficiently and within company guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Creates and executes team management work plan to include: Team management, training and support of estimating team.
• Creates and executes estimating work plan to include: estimate preparation & set up, coordination of bidding activities, posting of plans and specifications to ISQFT and/ or Base Camp.
• Responsible for coordination and solicitation of quotes from vendors and subcontractors.
• Reviews and understands plans and specifications with the ability to establish complete and proper scopes, recognizes conflicts or problems to provide complete and accurate estimate.

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday
  Some weekends may be required based on project needs

Why Join our Team:

• Work-Life Balance: 9 paid holidays + generous PTO
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans with flexible, affordable options
• Supportive, team-oriented culture

To Apply:
Text HWH to 903.231.7076

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Harrison, Walker & Harper is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to , , , , , , , veteran, or status.