Senior Estimator

Satterfield & Pontikes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Satterfield and Pontikes Construction, Inc. in Houston is seeking a Senior Estimator to drive competitive bids on commercial projects across Texas, ranging from $20M to $600M.

The role emphasizes lead estimator duties, takeoffs, pricing, bid day preparation, and coordinating with Project Management to ensure bid accuracy. Responsibilities include developing conventional bids and conceptual estimates, reviewing quantities and quotes, and managing subcontracts to secure proper coverage on bid day.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Estimator with a commercial general contractor.
• Experience estimating projects between $20-500 mil.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimator on individual projects including takeoffs, pricing, bid summaries, GC’s and final bid day preparations
• Prepare conventional bids and conceptual estimates to owners as assigned
• Review quantities, production rates, material quotes and totals for pricing prior to bid day and on bid day
• Ensure bid coverage from subcontractors on bid day and review bid requirements thoroughly
• Complete postmortem review of bid projects and transfer bid documents to Project Management in a timely manner
• Assist in evaluating subcontractor and major material quotations prior to bid day and on bid day

Skills

Estimating

Bid management

Subcontractor liaison

Cost analysis

Job description

Due to growth Satterfield and Pontikes Construction is adding a Senior Estimator to our Houston team. As a Senior Estimator you will play a strategic role in our company’s success. You will focus on bidding commercial projects all across TX in the $20-600 mil range either independently or as a team. Our company is in growth mode so not only do we offer stability but over the next several years there is going to be a ton of opportunity for advancement.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as an Estimator with a commercial general contractor.
• Experience estimating projects between $20-500 mil.

The role you will play:

• Work as lead estimator on individual projects including takeoffs, sub-solicitations, pricing, bid summaries, GC’s and final bid day preparations
• Prepare conventional bids and conceptual estimates to owners as assigned
• Review quantities, production rates, material quotes and totals for pricing prior to bid day and on bid day
• Responsible for review of project bid’s accuracy and communication of construction techniques and strategies used in bid preparation on successful bids with Project Management prior to project commencement
• Review bid requirements thoroughly; prepare subcontractor bid packages
• Ensure that we have the proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day
• Complete postmortem review of bid projects
• Properly turn over bid documents and sub buyout information to Project Management in a timely manner
• Assist in receiving and evaluating subcontractor and major material quotations prior to bid day and on bid day
• Prepare and make estimate transfer to budget
• Oversee and assist Project Management with the preparation of significant project change estimates including change orders and construction claims
• Contribute to and maintain Sub/Vendor database
• Develop and maintain cost history on different types of projects
• Solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and vendors
• Develop RFI’s and clarifications and ensure adequate subcontractor coverage and shows interest
• Perform comprehensive bid day analysis and scoping of specific assigned trades
• Create bid lists that fit scope of job, ensuring that we have the right subs for the project
• Review drawings with Project Management team and highlight areas of concern

Satterfield and Pontikes Construction, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Satterfield and Pontikes Construction, Inc., encourages qualified females, minorities, veterans, disabled persons to apply.