Senior Electrical Construction Estimator & Team Leader

Kimmel & Associates Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead a commercial construction estimating team in Houston. You will oversee bid preparation, pricing strategy, and ensure accurate, competitive estimates.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of cost analysis, and the ability to manage multiple bids with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience estimating commercial construction projects.
• Experience leading, supervising or mentoring estimators.
• Strong knowledge of construction costs, takeoffs, subcontractor pricing and estimating processes.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of estimators throughout the estimating and bidding process.
• Prepare and review detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Analyze construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to establish scope and identify potential risks.
• Coordinate quantity takeoffs, labor and material pricing, subcontractor bids, and vendor quotations.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies and validate estimates for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with project management, preconstruction, and operations teams to support project planning and successful handoffs.
• Manage bid schedules, prioritize workloads, and ensure proposals are completed on time. Identify cost-saving opportunities, construction alternatives, and potential project risks.

Skills

Estimating

Leadership

Cost analysis

Drawings interpretation

Project management

MS Office

Estimating software

Communication

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Company

Our client is an established electrical contractor delivering commercial projects across the Houston market. The company is seeking an experienced estimating professional to strengthen its preconstruction capabilities and support continued project growth.

This is an opportunity to join a team that values accurate estimating, collaboration, and strong project planning.

About the Position

Our client is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead estimating activities for commercial construction projects. This individual will oversee a team of estimators, coordinate bid preparation, and help ensure projects are priced accurately and competitively.

The ideal candidate brings substantial commercial construction estimating experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple bids while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of estimators throughout the estimating and bidding process.
• Prepare and review detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Analyze construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to establish scope and identify potential risks.
• Coordinate quantity takeoffs, labor and material pricing, subcontractor bids, and vendor quotations.
• Develop competitive pricing strategies and validate estimates for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with project management, preconstruction, and operations teams to support project planning and successful handoffs.
• Manage bid schedules, prioritize workloads, and ensure proposals are completed on time.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, construction alternatives, and potential project risks.

Requirements

• Significant experience estimating commercial construction projects.
• Previous experience leading, supervising, or mentoring estimators.
• Strong knowledge of construction costs, quantity takeoffs, subcontractor pricing, and estimating processes.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with construction estimating software and Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of $130,000–$140,000.
• Leadership opportunity within a commercial construction estimating team.
• Opportunity to influence project pricing, preconstruction strategy, and business growth.
• Additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process.