Senior Estimator | Commercial Construction | Houston

Location: Houston, TX | Full-Time | In-Office

About the role

We're representing a well-established commercial general contractor and developer with a strong presence across the Houston market. With decades of construction expertise and a diverse portfolio spanning public infrastructure, aviation, multifamily, and large-scale commercial projects, the company has built a reputation for delivering complex projects for municipal, institutional, and private-sector clients. Due to continued growth and an active project pipeline, the team is seeking a Senior Estimator who can operate independently, lead hard-bid pursuits, and play a key role in securing future work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the complete hard-bid estimating process from solicitation through submission
• Review plans, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements
• Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates
• Develop accurate quantity takeoffs and pricing strategies
• Analyze labor, equipment, material, and subcontractor costs
• Identify project risks, opportunities, and cost-saving alternatives
• Assemble and submit complete, compliant bid packages
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
• Solicit competitive pricing from qualified trade partners
• Review, level, and compare subcontractor proposals
• Ensure broad participation from subcontractor and vendor networks
• Negotiate scopes and clarify coverage prior to bid submission
• Manage estimates for municipal, government, infrastructure, aviation, and commercial projects
• Ensure compliance with public procurement requirements and deadlines
• Review bid instructions, contract documents, and qualification requirements
• Coordinate with operations and project teams to support successful project handoff
• Assist in identifying and pursuing new project opportunities
• Develop and maintain relationships within the construction community
• Support leadership in market expansion efforts
• Contribute to strategic planning and pipeline development
• Serve as a trusted advisor during preconstruction and client engagement activities

Requirements

• 7+ years of estimating experience within a General Contractor environment
• Proven experience managing hard-bid public or commercial construction projects
• Strong understanding of bidding procedures, procurement processes, and competitive pricing strategies
• Experience preparing estimates for ground-up and renovation projects
• Ability to independently manage multiple pursuits with minimal supervision
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, scheduling, and cost controls
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package based on experience and level
• Medical and dental benefits
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Direct exposure to executive leadership
• Diverse portfolio of public, aviation, multifamily, and commercial projects
• Stable backlog and active project pipeline
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong tenure across the organization
• Opportunity to make a visible impact on the company's growth and success

About the opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a respected contractor with a long-standing presence in the Houston market, a diverse project portfolio, and a consistent pipeline of work. You'll have the autonomy to lead estimates, the support of experienced leadership, and the chance to influence both project acquisition and long-term business growth.