Commercial Construction Estimator

Commercial Construction Estimator

We're looking for an experienced Commercial Construction Estimator to lead and build out our DFW estimating function. This isn't a typical bid estimating job. We're a relationship driven, collaborative general contractor, and estimating is where those relationships start. You'll be involved with clients, architects, and trade partners early in the process, shaping projects before they're ever put out to bid.

This role is based out of your home office, but you'll need to be local to the DFW area and available to travel regularly to job sites and client meetings. You should know the local market inside and out: trade partner relationships, material pricing trends, local code and permitting, and the general rhythm of how work gets done here.

You'll be:

• Growing the estimating department, not just doing the work, but building the department
• Developing and implementing estimating systems, processes, and technology, with real input on the tools and workflows we use
• Leading conceptual, preliminary, and final estimates and budgets for commercial ground-up and renovation projects across DFW
• Producing detailed quantity takeoffs and cost analyses
• Building and maintaining relationships with trade partners, suppliers, and vendors across the market
• Partnering directly with clients, architects, and project teams from early design and preconstruction, not just receiving a finished set of plans to bid
• Participating in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and scope reviews
• Identifying project risks, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving solutions
• Collecting, comparing, and negotiating trade partner and supplier bids
• Collaborating closely with project managers and field teams to ensure estimates translate cleanly into project execution
• Mentoring and eventually building out additional estimating support as the department grows

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 5+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, with real depth in the DFW market
• Strong, current relationships with DFW area trade partners and suppliers
• Experience across a range of commercial project types including ground-up and renovation
• Proven ability to read construction drawings and specifications
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and completing deadlines at once
• Comfort with, and strong interest in implementing estimating software and process improvements
• A relationship first mindset. You see estimating as the start of a partnership with the client, not a transaction
• Self-starter who can operate independently in a remote setup while staying highly communicative with the team
• Leadership instincts. This role will grow into leading others
• Procore experience is a plus
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

Why us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Our commitment to professional growth means that you'll have many opportunities to advance your career and achieve your goals
• We are a team that values collaboration and thrives on innovative thinking. Your contributions will be celebrated and encouraged
• We endeavor to train the best lead builders in the industry
• We love what we do