Estimating Manager (On-site)

HEPCO Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription coverage

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

HEPCO Inc in Houston seeks an Estimating Manager to prepare cost estimates for commercial bids and negotiated proposals. You will lead estimating activities, review drawings, coordinate with subcontractors, and mentor staff.

You will analyze project schedules, identify cost-saving opportunities, integrate lean practices, and contribute to procurement presentations while building strong relationships with clients and teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years estimating experience; 5+ years total construction experience preferred.
• Experience with medium-to-large commercial GC projects; $20M+ valued estimates.
• Strong skills in takeoffs, drawings interpretation, and specs.
• Proficient with Excel and estimating software (Bluebeam/PlanSwift/BuildingConnected).
• Knowledge of Lean construction principles and field operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and takeoffs for bids and proposals.
• Review drawings/specs and maintain estimating documentation.
• Coordinate subcontractor pricing and bid reviews.
• Incorporate schedules, logistics, and phasing into estimates.
• Mentor and coach estimating staff; build key relationships.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and value-engineering options.

Skills

Estimating

Quantity takeoffs

Excel

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

BuildingConnected

Revit

Lens

Lean construction

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

BuildingConnected

Revit

Lens

Job description

We are seeking an Estimating Manager to prepare cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals for commercial construction projects. This role will manage estimating activities, coordinate with subcontractors and project teams, identify cost-saving opportunities, and mentor estimating staff.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, and material cost summaries.
• Review project drawings and specifications and maintain accurate estimating documentation.
• Develop and manage scopes of work for all trades.
• Coordinate subcontractor and vendor bid solicitation, pricing, and proposal reviews.
• Incorporate project schedules, logistics, staging, and phasing into estimates.
• Assist with analysis of building components and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Prepare bid-day summaries and general requirements estimates and participate in procurement presentations.
• Collaborate with operations and field teams to identify economical construction methods and improve project profitability.
• Track value engineering opportunities and prepare comprehensive final estimating deliverables.
• Build relationships with subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal project teams.
• Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to estimating staff.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of estimating experience; 5 or more years of total construction experience preferred.
• Recent experience with a medium-to-large commercial general contractor.
• Experience independently estimating commercial projects valued at $20 million or more.
• Strong background in quantity takeoffs, estimating, and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with construction estimating software, including Bluebeam or PlanSwift and BuildingConnected.
• Knowledge of construction methods, trade scopes, field operations, self-perform work, and labor productivity.
• Familiarity with Lean construction principles.
• Ability to develop proficiency in Lens, Revit, and/or ASE.
• Strong communication, presentation, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience mentoring or coaching team members.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license required.
• Medical and prescription coverage
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account (HSA), subject to eligibility
• Limited-Purpose FSA, subject to eligibility
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave

Salary: $109,579-$135,000 annually(Depending on experience and qualifications)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.