Construction Estimator - Education/Municipal Projects

Join a leading general contractor in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex as an Estimator, where you'll oversee bid preparation and cost estimation for exciting commercial construction projects. This is a dynamic opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to drive growth and success in a thriving company. Apply now for immediate consideration.

Client Details

Our client has evolved into one of the Metroplexes leading general contractors, specializing in commercial and institutional projects. The company offers services including preconstruction planning, construction management, design-build, and value engineering, emphasizing proactive and solutions-oriented approaches. In 2024, this general contractor was ranked among the top general contractors in North Texas by the Dallas Business Journal.

Description

• Review project drawings, specifications, and available scope details to build accurate commercial estimates.
• Prepare cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor work.
• Request, compare, and document supplier and subcontractor pricing for each bid.
• Identify scope gaps, assumptions, and pricing risks before submitting estimates.
• Develop clear bid packages and cost summaries for commercial construction projects.
• Work with Construction team members to clarify project requirements and estimate details.
• Update estimates when project scope, pricing, or available information changes.
• Maintain organized estimating files, bid records, and supporting cost documentation.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful 'Estimator - Commercial' should have:

• Experience preparing estimates for commercial construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret project drawings, specifications, and scope documents.
• Experience pricing labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor work.
• Ability to compare quotes and identify cost differences, exclusions, and assumptions.
• Experience preparing detailed bid summaries and supporting estimate documentation.
• Clear communication skills for working with Construction team members, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• EXPERIENCE WITH A RELEVANT GENERAL CONTRACTOR REQUIRED

Job Offer

• Generous base salary ($105K - $130K)
• Opportunity for company bonuses
• Excellent benefits, including healthcare and dental insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k company match
• Great opportunity for career growth

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.