Estimator II

Loenbro; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Loenbro is seeking an Estimator II to develop complete estimates for routine and defined scopes on more complex work, with limited guidance. Project-value guidance up to $25 million; assignments vary by complexity and independence.

The role requires coordinating with Operations, Procurement, and design participants, mentoring junior estimators, and delivering defensible proposal deliverables for bids.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant construction estimating experience.
• Ability to independently produce complete construction estimates.
• Knowledge of labor productivity, pricing, indirect costs, and proposal development.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents.
• Proficiency with estimating, takeoff, Microsoft Office, CRM, and document-management systems.
• Strong organization and ability to manage concurrent deadlines.
• Ability to travel periodically to offices, client locations, and project sites.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability when driving is required.
• Working proficiency in electrical, mechanical/piping, civil/structural, or multi-discipline scope.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute complete plan-and-specification, design-assist, and appropriate design-build estimates.
• Develop and validate quantities, labor productivity, material and equipment pricing, indirect costs, and subcontractor coverage.
• Evaluate quotations for scope alignment, exclusions, commercial terms, and pricing completeness.
• Resolve routine design discrepancies and risks; elevate material scope, contractual, or execution concerns.
• Perform ratio checks, self-review, benchmarking, and estimate reconciliation before formal review.
• Prepare proposal pricing, assumptions, exclusions, alternates, and required estimate deliverables.
• Coordinate with Operations, Procurement, Business Development, vendors, subcontractors, and design participants.
• Support and coach less-experienced estimators on assigned work.
• Contribute reliable cost, productivity, quotation, and market data to estimating records and tools.

Skills

Estimating experience

Drawings & specs interpretation

Project planning & budgeting

Written communication

Collaboration & coordination

Travel willingness

Education

Relevant degree or technical training

Tools

Accubid

HeavyBid

Salesforce

PlanSwift

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Title: Estimator II

Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: Loenbro Industrial Construction
Location: As Assigned
Reports to: Chief Estimator
Employment Type: Full Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries, and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

Job Summary The Estimator II independently develops complete estimates for routine pursuits and defined scopes on more complex work, with limited guidance on unusual technical or commercial issues. This role plans estimates, validates quantities and pricing, evaluates quotations, resolves routine scope and risk issues, and prepares defensible proposal deliverables. A typical project-value guide is up to approximately $25 million, but complexity, risk, delivery method, scope integration, and required independence govern assignment.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Plan and execute complete plan-and-specification, design-assist, and appropriate design-build estimates.
• Develop and validate quantities, labor productivity, material and equipment pricing, indirect costs, and subcontractor coverage.
• Evaluate quotations for scope alignment, exclusions, commercial terms, and pricing completeness.
• Resolve routine design discrepancies and risks; elevate material scope, contractual, or execution concerns.
• Perform ratio checks, self-review, benchmarking, and estimate reconciliation before formal review.
• Prepare proposal pricing, assumptions, exclusions, alternates, and required estimate deliverables.
• Coordinate with Operations, Procurement, Business Development, vendors, subcontractors, and design participants.
• Support and coach less-experienced estimators on assigned work.
• Contribute reliable cost, productivity, quotation, and market data to estimating records and tools.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant construction estimating or equivalent directly applicable construction experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently produce complete construction estimates.
• Working knowledge of labor productivity, material and equipment pricing, subcontractor analysis, indirect costs, and proposal development.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents applicable to the assigned discipline.
• Proficiency with applicable estimating, takeoff, Microsoft Office, CRM, and document-management systems.
• Strong organization, written communication, and ability to manage concurrent deadlines.
• Ability to travel periodically to offices, client locations, and project sites.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability when driving is required.
• Working proficiency in the assigned electrical, mechanical/piping, civil/structural, or multi-discipline scope and its drawings, specifications, quantities, productivity, and pricing.

Preferred:

• Relevant degree, technical training, field experience, or professional certification.
• Experience with Accubid, HeavyBid, Salesforce, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or comparable systems.

Potential Hazards:

• Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures
• Exposure to manufacturing, pipeline, and refining environment
• Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors
• Exposure to areas with limited visibility

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms, including scaffolding at significant heights
• Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1–50 pounds, 50% of the time on a monthly basis for required tasks
• Potential or periodic requirements may include the following:
  • Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day
  • Standing
  • Sitting, stooping, crawling, and kneeling
  • Use of respirator if position requires
  • Driving if required to travel
• If driving is required, a valid driver’s license and proof of insurability are required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you’re ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:

• Living with Integrity
• Exceeding Expectations
• Acting with Urgency
• Delivering Excellence

…we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job will remain open until filled.