Estimator I: Construction Bids & Preconstruction

Parkway Construction; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkway Construction in Lewisville, TX is seeking an Estimator I to join our Estimating and Preconstruction Services team. This role focuses on preparing time, cost, and labor estimates for small to medium projects, with final bid review by senior team members before client submission.

The position develops skills in estimating, cost analysis, and project management, providing essential preconstruction support across divisional departments and ensuring timely, accurate bids.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of estimating experience is preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including all Microsoft 365 Office Suite products.
• A construction-related degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprint specifications, material take-offs, proposals, and other documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Identify inconsistencies in the plans and specifications and draft RFIs for clarification.
• Source, identify, and contact new subcontractors to bid on projects.
• Follow up with subcontractors on bids and inquiries for bid specifications.
• Communicate answers to RFIs related to project plans and specifications to relevant parties to facilitate accurate subcontractor bidding.
• Organize and evaluate subcontractor quotes in Bid Tab format.
• Ensure Operations personnel are provided with proper documentation related to projects and address their concerns regarding bids.
• Continue to improve general knowledge of all construction trades.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization

Teamwork

Multitasking

Self-learning

Education

Construction-related degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

BuildingConnected

Pantera Tools

Monday.com

RS Means

BNI

Job description

Parkway Construction in Lewisville, TX is seeking an Estimator I to join our Estimating and Preconstruction Services team. This role focuses on preparing time, cost, and labor estimates for small to medium projects, with final bid review by senior team members before client submission.

The position develops skills in estimating, cost analysis, and project management, providing essential preconstruction support across divisional departments and ensuring timely, accurate bids.