Senior Estimator

WSP in the U.S.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 86,100 - 150,590; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for bereavement

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is looking for a Cost Estimator to support power generation projects, particularly in Houston, TX. The role involves detailed cost estimates for large-scale electrical, mechanical, and heavy civil projects.

Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and have over 5 years of technical experience in the related fields. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range of $86,100 to $150,590.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related.
• 5+ years of experience in estimating for architecture, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing.
• Strong client focus and decision-making regarding company resources.

Responsibilities

• Confer with designers and contractors to establish cost estimates for projects.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for all phases of design and construction.
• Supervise quantity surveys and cost evaluations based on design documents.

Skills

Estimating for architecture

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Plumbing estimating

Client focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

Sage Timberline

InEight (Hard Dollar)

ConEst

Procore

CostOS

ProEst

STACK

ServiceTitan

Job description

Job Summary

Cost Estimator – supporting power generation projects. Preference for candidate located in Houston, TX. Other considered locations: Mt. Laurel, NJ. Work involves large‑scale electrical, mechanical, heavy civil projects across various development stages.

Responsibilities

• Confer with designers, consultants and contractors to coordinate and establish detailed cost estimates for construction projects.
• Prepare and facilitate the preparation of detailed cost estimates for all phases of design and/or construction.
• Supervise the development of quantity surveys and cost evaluations relating to design documents, contract drawings, specifications or contract changes.
• Review and report on contract estimates prepared by consultants; recommend if the estimate is appropriate for client implementation.
• Review contractor proposals, compare them to scope of work, determine fair and reasonable value of work, and delineate cost by trade and discipline.
• Communicate with contractors and sub‑contractors to explain the client’s point of view on reasonable cost of work.
• Participate in cost negotiations.
• Plan, assign and review the cost estimating work of estimates.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, majoring in architecture, construction management, engineering, business, environmental services or related coursework.
• 5+ years of full‑time technical experience in estimating for architecture, electrical, mechanical or plumbing.
• Strong client focus.
• Demonstrated responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid, Sage Timberline, InEight (Hard Dollar), ConEst, Procore, CostOS, ProEst, STACK, ServiceTitan, or similar software.
• Construction contractor estimating experience.
• AACE (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering) – CCP or CEP certification preferred.
• ASPE (American Society of Professional Estimators) – CPE and/or QTO Estimating certification preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; retirement savings plan; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected salary (all locations): $86,100 – $150,590.

EEO Statement

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability or Protected Veteran Status protected.

Authorization

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.