Estimator – Site Development & Commercial Construction

Rhodes Wolfe; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401k

PTO

Job summary

Rhodes Wolfe in Plano, TX is seeking an Estimator to support the sales and construction teams through all phases of the estimating process for municipal, public-sector, and commercial construction projects. You will review plans and bid packages, prepare proposals, and respond to bid requests for public and private projects.

Ideal candidates will have experience estimating commercial construction, earthwork, and underground utilities, with proficiency in takeoff and estimating software and a

Qualifications

• Commercial construction estimating experience required.
• Experience estimating earthwork and underground utilities required.
• Proficiency with takeoff and estimating software required.
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

• Support the sales and construction teams through estimating functions
• Review plans, specifications, and bid packages for public and private projects
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, proposals, and bid submissions
• Estimate projects from the ground up, including municipal park spaces, site development, utilities, drainage, hardscapes, and amenity buildings
• Solicit, evaluate, and incorporate subcontractor and vendor pricing
• Consistently produce accurate, high-quality estimates and proposals
• Meet with architects, engineers, contractors, municipalities, and customers as needed
• Coordinate with project stakeholders throughout the preconstruction process
• Visit sites to assist with layouts, planning, and design coordination as needed
• Prioritize excellent customer service with timely communication and responsiveness
• Actively contribute to achieving company goals and project success

Skills

Commercial estimating

Earthwork estimation

Utilities estimation

Technical aptitude

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Estimator – Site Development & Commercial Construction

Location: Plano, TX

Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401k, PTO

Job Type: Full-Time

Typical Hours: 7am – 5pm

Start Date: ASAP

Estimator Description

Our client is looking for an Estimator to add to their team in Plano, TX. You will be responsible for supporting the sales and construction teams through all phases of the estimating process for municipal, public-sector, and commercial construction projects. In this role, you will review plans and bid packages, prepare proposals, and respond to bid requests for public and private projects. This position requires the ability to estimate projects from the ground up, including municipal park spaces, site development, grading, drainage systems, utilities, hardscapes, landscaping, parking lots, amenity buildings, and other public construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have experience estimating commercial construction and the ability to manage estimates from concept through completion. To be successful in this role, you must be a self-starter, with strong organizational skills and the ability to engage confidently with architects, contractors, municipalities, and project stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company with a great work environment and contribute to meaningful projects that have a visible impact on local communities.

Estimator Responsibilities

• Support the sales and construction teams through estimating functions
• Review plans, specifications, and bid packages for public and private projects
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, proposals, and bid submissions
• Estimate projects from the ground up, including municipal park spaces, site development, utilities, drainage, hardscapes, and amenity buildings
• Solicit, evaluate, and incorporate subcontractor and vendor pricing
• Consistently produce accurate, high-quality estimates and proposals
• Meet with architects, engineers, contractors, municipalities, and customers as needed
• Coordinate with project stakeholders throughout the preconstruction process
• Visit sites to assist with layouts, planning, and design coordination as needed
• Prioritize excellent customer service with timely communication and responsiveness
• Actively contribute to achieving company goals and project success

Estimator Qualifications

• Commercial construction estimating experience required
• Experience estimating earthwork and underground utilities required
• Proficiency with takeoff and estimating software required
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude required