Senior Estimator - Commercial / Multifamily

About the role

Take the next step in your career as a Senior Estimator with a rapidly growing, market-leading commercial contractor dominating the Houston market. This is a high-impact role where you'll own major bids, work directly with senior decision-makers, and help shape a strong pipeline of $5M-$20M projects—all while positioning yourself for accelerated career progression in a fast-moving, high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial construction projects valued between $5M-$20M
• Analyze construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Perform quantity take-offs and develop comprehensive pricing models
• Solicit, review, and qualify subcontractor bids and proposals
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and coordination issues during preconstruction
• Maintain cost databases and detailed Excel tracking models
• Support proposal preparation, bid submissions, and client communications

Requirements

• 3-5 years of estimating or preconstruction experience within commercial construction
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred

Skills

• Strong understanding of construction documents, scopes, and technical drawings
• Proven experience estimating projects across multiple trades
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with construction software platforms (e.g., Procore) preferred
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage subcontractor relationships
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple deadlines
• Proactive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Pay

• Competitive compensation package: $100,000–$150,000
• Annual and project-based company bonuses
• Vehicle allowance with gas card

Benefits

• Excellent benefits program including insurance and 401k match
• Opportunity for fast-tracked career progression