Chief Estimator

Rosendin; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosendin in Pearland, TX is seeking a Chief Estimator to lead the division's estimating program, directing technical and administrative activities to ensure corporate objectives are met. You will oversee budgets, bid packages, and client presentations, supervise staff, and coordinate with executives and project teams.

A Bachelor's in CM/Engineering or related field and 10+ years of estimating experience in facility construction are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or business-related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in facility construction estimating and related functions.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities; able to influence across management levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the division's estimating program, budgets, staffing, and archives.
• Implement and maintain corporate estimating procedures and systems.
• Assist executives and project teams in bid strategy and project selection.
• Review final estimate packages for accuracy before quotation.
• Present estimates to management and clients; may close the sale.
• Provide technical support in negotiations and contract changes.
• Contribute to studies, methods, and cost estimates as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the business unit.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Awareness

Quality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or business-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

Job type: Full Time

Resume required: Yes

Posted date: 2026-07-07

Full job description

The Chief Estimator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising the division's estimating program providing technical and administrative direction to ensure corporate objectives are met.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer department functions including operating budgets, staffing, wage reviews, work assignments, performance evaluations, bid results and archives, etc.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining corporate estimating procedures utilizing the corporate computer estimating system and database.
• Assist Executives, Business Development, and Project Management to determine what types of projects to bid on, strategies, techniques, etc.
• Review all final estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation.
• Review scope/proposal letters for bid and negotiated projects.
• Participate in presentations to corporate management and clients. May be responsible for closing the "sale".
• Provide technical assistance in negotiating contracts, change orders etc. as required.
• May assist in the preparation of studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and cost estimates as required.
• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position role within the business unit.

Requirements

• Advanced management or technical training preferred.
• Organizational, supervisory, and decision-making/problem-solving skills essential.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Familiar with modern computer estimating systems.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and change priorities as necessary.
• Ability to work under time pressure, continual deadlines and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position.
• Self-motivated and can work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.

Competencies

• Leadership
• Financial Awareness
• Quality

WHAT YOU BRING TO US

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a business-related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in similar facility construction estimating and related functions plus a thorough knowledge of corporate objectives impacting estimating, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction contracts required.
• Can be a combination of education and technical/field training such as Engineering, Estimating experience.

TRAVEL

• Up to 10% or as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.
• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

Benefits

• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership
• 401K
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job reference: JR105808-GE0001