Estimator - Commercial Construction

Build Partners USA LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Auto Allowance

Bonus

401(k) Match

PTO

Tech Package

Job summary

Build Partners USA LLC is seeking an experienced commercial estimator to lead the Houston market’s estimating efforts. You will manage conceptual and schematic estimates, perform takeoffs, budgets, and complete project estimates while building strong subcontractor relationships.

You will collaborate with a regional preconstruction team, analyze pricing, and participate in value engineering and bid reviews to support a robust project pipeline in Houston.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of commercial estimating experience with a General Contractor.
• Must already be based in Houston with an established local subcontractor network.
• Strong knowledge of the Houston construction market and current pricing.
• Experience with conceptual and schematic estimating.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating efforts for commercial projects across the Houston market.
• Manage conceptual and schematic estimates from initial takeoff through final bid.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, budgets, proposals, and complete project estimates.
• Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor pricing.
• Build and maintain relationships with Houston-area subcontractors and suppliers.
• Support negotiated projects and competitive bids as required.
• Participate in value engineering and team bid-review meetings.
• Collaborate with the Austin estimating and preconstruction teams using remote tools.
• Maintain current knowledge of Houston construction costs and market conditions.

Skills

Commercial estimating

Takeoffs / quantity takeoffs

Subcontractor pricing

Houston market knowledge

Tools

Autodesk ProEst

Job description

Compensation: $140k-175k + Auto Allowance + Bonus + Tech Package + 401(k) Match + PTO + Tech package

Your Responsibility:

• Lead estimating efforts for commercial projects across the Houston market
• Manage conceptual and schematic estimates from initial takeoff through final bid
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, budgets, proposals, and complete project estimates
• Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor pricing
• Build and maintain relationships with Houston-area subcontractors and suppliers
• Support negotiated projects and competitive bids as required
• Participate in value engineering and team bid-review meetings
• Collaborate with the Austin estimating and preconstruction teams using remote tools
• Maintain current knowledge of Houston construction costs and market conditions

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of 5-7 years of commercial estimating experience with a General Contractor
• Must already be based in Houston with an established local subcontractor network
• Strong knowledge of the Houston construction market and current pricing
• Experience with conceptual and schematic estimating
• Ability to complete takeoffs, obtain subcontractor pricing, and build estimates independently
• Proven ability to carry projects from initial pricing through final bid submission
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience with Autodesk ProEst is preferred

Why This Role

• $140k-175k base + Package
• Own the estimating function for an entire market
• Join a growing Houston office with an active project pipeline
• Support from an established preconstruction and estimating team
• Genuine opportunity to develop into a regional leadership position