Senior Estimator

Persons Services Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access personsservices.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io Persons Services Corp’s (PSC) Contractor Group provides turn-key construction of projects in the Industrial and Commercial Sectors. Our national platform of resources, large in-house crews, company owned equipment, design-build capabilities, in-house drafting/ modeling, pre-construction services and utilization of technology & software gives clients confidence in our abilities to deliver complex, performance driven and logistically challenging projects. Senior Estimator Location: Houston, TX Build Legacy. Lead with Integrity. Grow with Purpose. Persons Services is a dynamic and rapidly expanding construction firm, proudly operating across the United States and the Caribbean. Our award-winning team is consistently recognized for excellence, including ENR Top Contractor rankings, multiple consecutive years on the INC 5000 list, and numerous industry accolades. We are actively seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Plant Estimator to join our team full-time at our Houston office. This position is ideal for someone who is career-oriented, maintains high standards of quality, and is committed to the continued growth of our Texas operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing construction cost estimates for lump sum General Contract and Design/Build delivery methods for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. These projects include the renovation and new construction of water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, storage reservoirs/retention basins, water transmission facilities, and wastewater conveyance systems. This role offers potential bonuses and opportunities for career growth based on performance and the quality of work produced. At Persons Services, we believe in hiring "A Players" who lead with integrity and align with our Core Values. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence. Key Responsibilities Prepare and manage comprehensive and competitive project proposals and bids, ensuring accuracy and completeness Collaborate with project managers and engineers to understand project objectives, timelines, and constraints Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to gather pricing information and negotiate favorable terms Provide support during the pre-construction and post-construction phases as needed Maintain close communication with clients to ensure a high level of satisfaction throughout the project Create budgets, turnover packages, and oversee all pre-construction activities Perform other tasks as assigned to support project and team success Ideal Candidate Profile 2+ years of experience using HCSS (Heavy Bid), Procore, BlueBeam, and Agtek is required 8+ years of experience in Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Civil Construction Background in heavy site work, utilities, pipelines, infrastructure, and heavy construction is preferred Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong organizational skills with effective time-management abilities A construction-related college degree is a plus but not required Limited travel required, primarily for meetings, pre-bids, etc., with minimal overnight travel What We Offer Opportunity to play a crucial role in protecting our most valuable asset—our people Collaborative environment with industry-leading professionals A culture that values character, purpose, and innovation Competitive compensation and benefits package Professional development and advancement opportunities A place on a team that's shaping the future of construction Our Core Values We show GRIT in our unwavering determination to get the job done with GRATITUDE driving us. We strive for PROFOUND AUTHENTICITY to uphold core values and foster meaningful connections. We practice TRANSPARENT COMMUNICATION as the foundation of our relationships. We stay EXCITED AND CURIOUS to seek better solutions. We work as ONE TEAM with our partners to execute, aiming to create RAVING FANS . If you're a detail-oriented, safety-focused professional ready to make your mark with a fast-growing industry leader— we want to hear from you. Apply today and join a team where your vigilance and expertise directly impact the well-being of our workforce and the success of our projects. #J-18808-Ljbffr