Lead Estimator - Major Projects & Bid Strategy

Hensel Phelps; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

HSA

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Cell phone allowance

Vehicle allowance

Job summary

Hensel Phelps is seeking a Lead Estimator to drive the development of CSI Division and Uniformat estimates for conceptual and final bids. You will shape pricing strategies, manage bid packages, and build relationships with trade partners and clients across large commercial projects.

The role requires 5+ years of estimating experience, a 4-year degree in a related field or equivalent. Strong communication, software proficiency, and ownership of the estimating process are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in civil/structural engineering, architecture, or construction management, or 9 years of equivalent experience without a degree.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in estimating on large commercial construction projects.
• Proficiency with estimating software and strong communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners
• Estimate key scopes on major projects and lead estimates on smaller projects
• Ensure a complete scope has been captured during the estimating process
• Develop strategies to gain a bid advantage on their estimates
• Identify, understand, manage and communicate risk during the procurement process
• Survey and price all self-performed work items (e.g., concrete, rough carpentry, building specialties)
• Write, issue and manage bid packages
• Conduct estimate reviews on smaller projects for executive management
• Communicate estimate scope and pricing to clients
• Mentor and train estimators
• Good understanding of Hensel Phelps formats and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

UNIFORMAT knowledge

Computer skills

Education

Civil/Structural Eng, Arch, or Construction Mgmt

Tools

On-Screen Take-Off

Building Connected

SAGE

Assemble

Job description

Hensel Phelps is seeking a Lead Estimator to drive the development of CSI Division and Uniformat estimates for conceptual and final bids. You will shape pricing strategies, manage bid packages, and build relationships with trade partners and clients across large commercial projects.

The role requires 5+ years of estimating experience, a 4-year degree in a related field or equivalent. Strong communication, software proficiency, and ownership of the estimating process are essential for success.