Estimator - Municipal/Public Works

Jobot

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Estimator with municipal and civil project experience to support a growing pipeline across North Texas. You will prepare takeoffs, develop subcontractor scopes, and generate competitive bids while coordinating with project teams to ensure compliant pricing for public works.

Qualified candidates bring 3+ years of estimating in municipal infrastructure, ability to handle high bid volume, and knowledge of the DFW market.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of estimating experience in municipal/civil projects.
  • Ability to estimate at volume without sacrificing detail.
  • Experience in the DFW / North Texas market preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Estimate municipal and civil projects including city park improvements, trail systems, streetscapes, sidewalks and ADA improvements, plaza renovations, public gathering spaces, sports complexes, school site improvements, trailheads and landscape infrastructure.
  • Prepare detailed takeoffs, subcontractor scopes, and competitive bids while coordinating with project teams to ensure accurate pricing and compliance with public standards.
  • Manage multiple bids at once in a high‑throughput estimating environment.
  • Solicit, level, and vet subcontractor pricing to ensure complete scope coverage.
  • Support bid strategy, risk evaluation, and value engineering efforts.

Skills

Estimating experience
Bid management
Pricing accuracy
Coordination with project teams

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Job details:

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Bryna Rabin

Salary: $85,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a site development and heavy civil contractor delivering self‑performed concrete and structural solutions for public and private projects. Our work spans TxDOT, municipal, commercial, and multi‑family developments across the DFW area and the broader Southeast.

Why join us
  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Bonus Opportunity
  • Healthcare Benefits
  • Vehicle/Allowance
  • Stock
  • PTO
Job Details

We’re seeking an Estimator with strong municipal experience to support a growing pipeline of public‑sector and infrastructure work across North Texas.

What You’ll Do

Estimate municipal and civil projects including:

  • City park improvements
  • Trail systems
  • Streetscapes
  • Sidewalk and ADA improvements
  • Plaza renovations
  • Public gathering spaces
  • Sports complexes
  • School site improvements
  • Trailheads
  • Amenity centers
  • Retaining walls
  • Decorative concrete
  • Landscape and irrigation infrastructure

Prepare detailed takeoffs, subcontractor scopes, and competitive bids while coordinating with project teams to ensure accurate pricing and compliance with public standards.

  • Manage multiple bids at once in a high‑throughput estimating environment
  • Solicit, level, and vet subcontractor pricing to ensure complete scope coverage
  • Support bid strategy, risk evaluation, and value engineering efforts
What We’re Looking For
  • 3+ years of estimating experience in types of projects mentioned above
  • Proven ability to estimate at volume without sacrificing detail
  • Experience in the DFW / North Texas market preferred

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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