Project Estimator

About the role

The Flood Control District has the mission to reduce the risk of flooding in Harris County, the third most populated county in the United States, with a population in excess of 4.7 million, including the City of Houston, the nation’s fourth largest city. The Flood Control District has jurisdiction over the primary stormwater facilities in the county, which consist of approximately 1,500 channels totaling nearly 2,500 miles in length, as well as more than 60 regional stormwater detention basins, totaling more than 10,000 acres and several wetlands mitigation banks including Greens bayou.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Develop and validate estimates for the District’s projects in accordance with its estimating procedures.
• Work with the District staff, engineering firms, and construction contractors to produce accurate estimates for project delivery.
• Analyze project plans, specifications, and other relevant documents to determine the scope of work and accurately estimate project costs. This includes material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Perform continuous analysis of industry trends on costs in comparison with the District’s historical expenditures to continuously improve estimating accuracy.
• Produce reports for stakeholders on an as-needed basis for continuous monitoring and progress of District projects.
• Conduct desk-side mentoring as needed for project managers and other project support staff in their respective roles regarding the District’s estimating standards.
• Assist with business processes and policy development for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, construction methods, and cost management techniques to enhance accuracy and efficiency in estimation processes.

Requirements

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field. Three (3) years of directly related work experience in the project controls industry as an estimator. OR Associate degree from a college or technical school in a related field. Five (5) years of directly related work experience in the project controls industry as an estimator.
• Required Licenses: Valid Class "C" Texas Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders (verbal, written, and data).
• Advanced knowledge with Microsoft Office products, such as MS Excel.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating principles for civil projects.
• Advanced knowledge of project delivery life cycles.
• Proficiency in using estimation software, spreadsheets, and databases to generate detailed and accurate cost estimates.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

General Information

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity Plan. If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.