Sr. Estimator

About the role

Felix Construction has been building critical water and wastewater infrastructure since 1987, proudly serving the Phoenix and Dallas markets. We’ve kept the close, family‑owned feel of our early days while earning the reputation and recognition of a leading general contractor. Our projects are local, so you don’t live out of a suitcase — you live your life. This commitment to our team and values has earned us recognition as the #1 Top Workplace in Arizona and the #2 Top Workplace in the USA for midsize business in construction from USA Today/AZcentral.com. Felix is the only General Contractor in Arizona with in‑house General Contracting, Electrical, and Industrial Controls UL508A‑certified panel shop—all under one roof. We’ve grown into a $200M company with 400+ employee‑owners by keeping it simple: work hard, work safe, and do it right. We Build What Matters. Felix Construction Company is seeking a Senior Estimator to do all aspects of the bid/estimating process for the construction of water and wastewater facilities. This role is based in the Dallas‑Fort Worth area, but we are conducting a nationwide search; relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Thorough and proactive review of on‑line resources for project advertisements
• Communicates with engineers, owners, and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, schedule requirements and documents clarifications
• Completes bid scopes for projects
• Estimates the entire project including structural concrete, piping systems, mechanical equipment installation, and site civil
• Performs quantity take‑offs for water and wastewater piping systems and mechanical equipment for industrial piping and mechanical systems
• Performs quantity takeoffs for structural concrete and site civil work
• Take lead on estimating CSI Divisions 4‑10
• Leads the internal estimate review process
• Prepares final assembly of estimate
• After the bid, collects and organizes all bid information for project turnover meetings and assists field operations with change order pricing
• Maintains historical data

Requirements

• Senior‑level experience with a minimum of 5 years in heavy civil or industrial construction, specifically within water/wastewater projects
• Background in Project Management, Estimating, or Preconstruction within the W/WW space is welcome
• Legal right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship indefinitely

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Mechanical or Structural Engineering preferred but not required
• In‑depth knowledge of construction principles and processes
• In‑depth knowledge of civil activities (excavation, concrete), steel erection and equipment installation
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
• Strong understanding of piping plan isometric and P&ID drawings
• Strong math and analytical skills

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Project
• Experience with estimating software such as Heavy Bid or ProEst (strongly preferred)

Benefits

• 100% employee‑owned company – ESOP program (become an owner, not just an employee)
• Discretionary annual bonus program
• 401(k) with 6% employer match
• Rich benefits package with substantial employer contribution
• Generous Time Off Policy (PTO)
• 8 paid company holidays
• Professional development programs, team activities, and organized volunteer initiatives