Construction Estimator

Job-ID: 29244Category: ConstructionLocation: HOUSTON, TX, United StatesPosted: 2026-10-28Construction EstimatorJoin a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization.GHD's Construction group has an exciting opportunity for a Construction Estimator to provide preconstruction services to our clients. You will participate in cost estimating to assemble complete and detailed estimating packages, prepare conceptual or budgetary estimates, identify cost savings strategies, and coordinate, review and analyze subcontractor bids.This role may be located remotely with periodic check-ins to our local offices.Responsibilities will include:Analyzing, reviewing and interpreting engineering contracts, plans, and specifications to develop detailed, comprehensive construction estimates for large, complex construction projectsDeveloping a bid strategy and leading & executing the entire proposal process for various types of projects and contractsConducting site visits to assess conditions, determine scope and execution details, and identify problems or conditions of an unusual nature that may be presentCoordinating estimating team activities, review and approve estimates, records maintenance, and provide guidance to team membersSupporting the development of estimates and technical deliverables on design-build, construction management, and conceptual estimating projectsEstablishing and maintaining project controls during estimating, preconstruction, and delivery phasesPlaying a critical role in assisting tender evaluations, presenting and defending the estimate to Senior ManagementPreparing written proposals and providing valued engineering solutions including cost/schedule implicationsAssisting project team in design decisions and development of solutionsRepresenting GHD to subcontractors through management of the estimating process, including solicitation of bids and constructability inputCoordinating bid efforts, processing RFI's, and interfacing between bidding community and design team members on negotiated projectsAssisting in the development and training of other estimating staff and work with the Marketing department in preparation of responses to RFP's and RFQ'sSuccessful candidates should possess:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management is preferred; equivalent experience will be consideredMinimum 10 years of construction experience with at least 5 years in estimatingKnowledge of lump sum, unit price, construction management, and conceptual estimating projectsExposure to AutoCAD, Trimble, HCSS Estimating and Management SoftwareUnderstanding of CPM Scheduling with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.Ability to conceptually visualize the general intent on incomplete drawings and develop value engineering alternativesMust possess a strong work ethic and demonstrate proven organization and attention to detail while working on a team as well as individuallyExcellent interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to lead projects and interact with key internal and external partnersWork as a part of a large project team including both in-house inter-disciplinary engineers and construction superintendents to provide clients the industry’s best of both engineering, procurement, and constructionAble and willing to travel throughout the country to job sites from time to timeTake on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way. We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.See where your commitment could take you with GHD. As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status. #LI-RM1