Construction Estimator

Elsdon Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsdon Group in Houston, TX, a well-established Commercial General Contractor, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. You will prepare accurate, competitive estimates for ground-up commercial projects and collaborate with preconstruction, project management, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

We value stability and long-term careers; local Houston experience and proficiency with estimating software are preferred as you manage multiple bids and deadlines across K-12, Higher

Qualifications

• Commercial construction estimating experience with a GC.
• Experience estimating ground-up commercial projects.
• Background across K-12, Higher Education, Municipal, Religious, or similar commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of plans, specifications, scopes of work, and construction costs.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with estimating software and construction technology.
• Local Houston market experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for ground-up commercial projects.
• Collaborate with preconstruction and project management teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients throughout the estimating process.
• Review plans, specifications, scopes of work, and construction costs.
• Manage multiple estimates and deadlines.

Skills

Commercial estimating

Ground-up projects

Plans & specs

Estimating software

Communication

Negotiation

Multi-estimate management

Tools

PlanSwift

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Houston, TX | Commercial General Contractor

A well-established and highly reputable Commercial General Contractor in Houston is looking to add an experienced Estimator to their team.

The company specializes in ground-up commercial construction across K-12, Higher Education, Religious, and Municipal projects throughout Houston. With a strong reputation in the market and a healthy pipeline of work, this is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator looking to join a stable contractor and build a long-term career.

The Role

You will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for ground-up commercial projects, working closely with the preconstruction and project management teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients throughout the estimating process.

What They're Looking For

• Commercial construction estimating experience with a General Contractor
• Experience estimating ground-up commercial projects
• Background across K-12, Higher Education, Municipal, Religious, or similar commercial projects
• Strong understanding of plans, specifications, scopes of work, and construction costs
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Proficient with estimating software and construction technology
• Good career tenure and stability – they are looking for someone committed to building a long-term career rather than someone who frequently moves between companies
• Local to the Houston market preferred

What’s on Offer

• Join a reputable and established Commercial GC
• Strong pipeline of ground-up commercial projects
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across Houston
• Long-term career progression