Estimator

Rogers-O'Brien Construction; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers-O’Brien Construction in Dallas seeks an experienced Estimator to join the Preconstruction team. You will review bid documents, perform quantity takeoffs, and develop cost estimates to support winning proposals and successful project execution.

You will collaborate with project management and field teams to align estimates with schedules and budgets, solicit subcontractor bids, and maintain organized bid files throughout the bid process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of preconstruction experience in commercial construction.
• Experience estimating projects in the $5M–$15M+ range.
• Strong attention to detail; ability to analyze drawings and specs.
• Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Review bid documents to understand project scope.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and input data into estimating software.
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Monitor subcontractor participation for coverage and pricing.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits.
• Prepare bid tabulations and post-bid files.
• Submit RFIs and coordinate with PMs on schedules.

Skills

Preconstruction experience

Attention to detail

Cross-team collaboration

Cost estimation

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

SmartBid

Building Connected

Destini/Sage Estimating

Job description

About Job

Rogers-O’Brien Construction is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our dynamic Preconstruction team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in evaluating bid documents, coordinating subcontractor pricing, and developing precise estimates that are essential for winning and successfully executing commercial construction projects.

As an Estimator with Rogers-O’Brien Construction, you will collaborate closely with our project management and field teams to ensure that all estimates are aligned with our strategic objectives. Your expertise will directly impact our ability to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Skills & Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related technical field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years of preconstruction experience in commercial construction
• Experience estimating projects in the $5M–$15M+ range preferred
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to analyze drawings and specifications
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams
• Proficiency in On-Screen Takeoff, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, SmartBid, or Building Connected and Destini or Sage Estimating preferred
• Ability to solve complex problems and provide innovative solutions in a preconstruction environment

Responsibilities

• Review bid specifications, drawings, and related documents to fully understand project scope
• Perform quantity take-offs and input data into estimating software to develop accurate cost estimates
• Solicit, track, and analyze subcontractor and supplier bids to ensure comprehensive bid coverage
• Monitor subcontractor participation to ensure full bid coverage and competitive pricing
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project interviews as required to gather essential project information
• Prepare bid tabulations, qualification attachments, and maintain organized post-bid files
• Submit and follow up on RFIs during the bidding process to clarify project requirements
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Superintendents on schedules and constructability considerations to ensure project feasibility