Senior Estimator: Lead Takeoff & Bid Excellence

McGough Construction; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McGough Construction is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead take-offs, prepare comprehensive project estimates, and drive bidding success on commercial and industrial work. You will oversee estimation processes, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure accurate, timely submissions.

Responsibilities include developing conceptual pricing, maintaining productivity guides, and supporting pursuit activities, owner and design team meetings.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management.
• 10+ years of construction and estimating experience.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, organization and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Estimate development and bid preparation for commercial/industrial projects.
• Mentor Estimator I/II and coordinate bid cards.
• Lead take-off processes, substructure and structural estimate areas.
• Coordinate with project team, subcontractors, vendors and design teams.
• Develop conceptual pricing guides and productivity guides.
• Support pursuit teams with RFQ/RFP responses and client meetings.

Skills

Estimating

Take-off

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication

Mentoring

Leadership

Self-starter

Education

B.S. in Construction Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Microsoft Excel

Job description

McGough Construction is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead take-offs, prepare comprehensive project estimates, and drive bidding success on commercial and industrial work. You will oversee estimation processes, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to ensure accurate, timely submissions.

Responsibilities include developing conceptual pricing, maintaining productivity guides, and supporting pursuit activities, owner and design team meetings.