District Chief Estimator

Flatiron Construction Corp; Town of Texas, Houston (WI, TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a District Chief Estimator to lead estimating activities and ensure cost-effective practices. This role involves reviewing proposal specifications, managing estimating teams, and utilizing advanced estimating software to drive project success. With a focus on reducing costs and enhancing project efficiency, the ideal candidate will possess a strong background in construction management and estimating. Join a dynamic team dedicated to building resilient communities and take your career to the next level with this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation package

Paid time off program

Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP

Medical/Extended Health Care

Dental and Vision

Wellness benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction industry with estimating experience.
• Expertise in leading complex estimating activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating activities and manage project bids.
• Review proposal specifications and attend pre-bid meetings.

Skills

Estimating

Construction Management

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Tools

HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software

Job description

District Chief Estimator

Job Locations

US-TX-Austin | US-TX-Houston | US-TX-Dallas | US-TX-Fort Worth | US-TX-San Antonio | US-TX-San Marcos | US-AL-Mobile | US-AZ-Phoenix | US-NM

Requisition ID

2025-6854

Category (Portal Searching)

Preconstruction & Business Development

Division : Name

Central

Employment Status

Full-time Regular

Overview

*This role is based in Texas. Relocation available for non-local candidates*

Are you passionate about reducing pursuit costs, quantities and risk? As a Chief Estimator, you will lead pursuit and estimating activities, ensuring that cost efficient quantities and construction practices meet our pursuit, schedule and pricing goals.

Bring your diverse ideas to build stronger, more resilient communities.

Apply now and transform your career with us.

What you will be doing

Reviews proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, and productivity analysis reports into unit and person-hour figures.
• Provides technical and industry knowledge towards risk, contract management, owner relationships and vendor or subcontractor partnerships.
• Organizes and supervises estimating teams to prepare bids, select vendors or subcontractors and determine cost effectiveness of project to bid.
• Delegates review of project and appropriate regulations required to construct the project to meet disadvantages business requirements and minority participation agreements.
• Prepares discipline estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work. Calculates material quantity requirements from engineering drawing dimensions.
• Partners with estimating team to prepare and conduct project hand-off meetings between pursuit team and project management team.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field required.
• 10+ year experience in construction industry, estimating or cost control preferred.
• Experience leading pursuit and estimating activities for large or complex projects.
• Construction, design, finance and management experience required.
• Expert knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
• Specialized knowledge and experience in alternative construction delivery methods.
• Able to lead pursuit and estimating activities on a large or complex pursuit project.
• Expert knowledge of best practices to control and reduce pursuit costs, quantities and risk.
• Advanced knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid Estimating Software.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $180,000.00/Yr.

Salary Max

USD $220,000.00/Yr.

Vehicle Program

Personal Vehicle Allowance Tier II: $950 USD/month