HOU Estimator

WHO WE ARE:

At Pogue Construction, we are dedicated to building more than structures-we build lasting relationships. Since 1979, our team has been personally invested in the communities we serve, from North Texas to Houston, working on the schools and spaces that shape everyday life. Powered by people, we bring over 45 years of expertise, quality, and integrity to every project, ensuring timeliness, responsiveness, and a focus on client success.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

CSP's and Hard Bids:

• Preparation of Spec Section Matrix
• Review of Subcontractor Call List
• Recruitment of Sub/Vendor Bidders
• Quantity takeoff for all trades
• Project specific scope for all trades and Tabsheets
• Preparation of Google Sheet Sum Form
• Bid Day Room setup
• Tabulate portion of trades on Bid Day

CM@ Risk Projects:

• Preparation of Project-specific Bid Tabs to publish bidders
• Attend Pre-Bid Conference
• Participation in Bid Day prep and presentation to Owner
• Scope verification conversations with Bidders post-Bid Day
• Compilation of all portions final GMP pricing booklet
• Coordination with Field Ops to present the GMP to the Owner
• Final turnover of Field Ops for construction

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPECTATIONS:

• Google Sheets technology
• Microsoft Suite (Excel/Word/Outlook)
• Construction means and methods
• How spec sections apply to trades
• Unit Price fluency
• Subcontractor/Supplier influence
• Bid Tabulation technique
• Effective estimating processes
• Contribute to process improvement efforts
• Confidence when initiating phone calls with project partners
• Verbal and written communication
• Active Listening
• Time Management
• Internal and external customer service

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• Bachelors Degree, preferably in Construction Management or Construction Science
• 2-3 Years verifiable experience working for a commercial contractor as an Estimator
• 2+ year average tenure at each past place of employment