Senior Tilt-Up Estimator (Ground-Up Construction)

Frey Consulting Group; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiello LLC is seeking a Senior Estimator to join the preconstruction team in Plano, Texas. The role focuses on leading estimating efforts for ground-up tilt-up commercial and industrial projects, collaborating with design teams, subcontractors, and operations to drive accurate cost outcomes.

The ideal candidate has seven+ years of GC estimating experience, proficiency with estimating tools, and a background in large-scale industrial/warehouse projects. This position is based on-site in Plano.

Qualifications

• At least seven years of estimating experience directly with a general contractor.
• Direct experience estimating ground-up tilt-up commercial or industrial projects.
• Experience estimating warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, industrial parks, or similar large-scale projects.
• Strong conceptual estimating, quantity takeoff, subcontractor buyout, and bid-leveling capabilities.
• Established relationships with subcontractors and trade partners in the Dallas–Fort Worth market.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, civil, and MEP drawings.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, BuildingConnected, Procore, and Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline preferred.
• Note: non-relevant sectors (residential, multifamily, TI, civil) do not meet the requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual, schematic, design-development, and GMP estimating efforts.
• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for ground-up tilt-up projects.
• Analyze drawings, specs, proposals, and other project documents.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Develop value-engineering options and cost-saving recommendations.
• Participate in design meetings and provide preconstruction guidance.
• Prepare bid packages, scope sheets, and estimate summaries for leadership review.
• Maintain historical cost data and current market-pricing information.
• Assist with budgeting, scheduling, procurement planning, and project buyout activities.
• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure a smooth project turnover.

Skills

Strong communication

Reading drawings

Estimating experience

Bid-leveling

Vendor relations

Education

Bachelors in Construction Mgmt/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Bluebeam

On-Screen Takeoff

BuildingConnected

Procore

MS Office

Job description

Tiello LLC is seeking a Senior Estimator to join the preconstruction team in Plano, Texas. The role focuses on leading estimating efforts for ground-up tilt-up commercial and industrial projects, collaborating with design teams, subcontractors, and operations to drive accurate cost outcomes.

The ideal candidate has seven+ years of GC estimating experience, proficiency with estimating tools, and a background in large-scale industrial/warehouse projects. This position is based on-site in Plano.