Preconstruction Lead: Estimating & Bidding

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC is seeking a construction estimator to develop bid estimates across hard bid, conceptual, schematic and design development stages. The role requires reviewing drawings and specs for completeness, gathering data, and coordinating with subcontractors to finalize quantities and pricing.

The successful candidate will set up estimates with proper cost codes, utilize multiple estimating tools, and present budget details to owners and design teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in construction, engineering, or related field.
• 0–3 years estimating experience or combination with project management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Superior organizational and multitasking capabilities.
• Innovative attitude and problem-solving mindset.
• Proven technology proficiency and adaptability.
• Willingness to travel and/or relocate as required.

Responsibilities

• Understand bid requirements for various estimate types (hard bid, conceptual, schematic, design development).
• Review drawings/specifications for completeness before pricing.
• Gather, calculate and compile data for estimates.
• Identify project bidding requirements including insurance, staging, phasing.
• Distribute addenda and drawing revisions to bidding subcontractors.
• Set up estimates with correct cost codes and descriptions.
• Utilize estimating software: P6, BuildingConnected, BlueBeam, Agtek, Sage, Destini, Assemble.
• Conduct site walkthroughs to develop site logistics plans and constraints.
• Draw sections/elevations to relate foundations to other activities.
• Price value engineering ideas and items.
• Establish clarifications, quantity surveys and scope sheets.
• Provide unit pricing for labor, materials, and subcontractors.
• Establish building risk, labor burden, and sales tax rates.
• Code estimates to schedule of values; assemble final estimate and SV.
• Assist with budget/bid presentation to design team and owner.
• Complete closeout requirements for unsuccessful estimates.
• Engage with subcontractors, designers and clients to build relationships.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to junior estimators.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Innovative attitude

Technology proficiency

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, or related field

0-3 years estimating experience

Tools

P6

BuildingConnected

BlueBeam

Agtek

Sage

Destini

Assemble

Job description

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC is seeking a construction estimator to develop bid estimates across hard bid, conceptual, schematic and design development stages. The role requires reviewing drawings and specs for completeness, gathering data, and coordinating with subcontractors to finalize quantities and pricing.

The successful candidate will set up estimates with proper cost codes, utilize multiple estimating tools, and present budget details to owners and design teams.