Chief Estimator
Houston, Texas
Experience: 0
Category: Engineering
Brand: System One
Job ID: 331188
Date Posted: 02/14/2025
Shortcut: http://jobs.systemone.com/Cx1J9n
Job Title: Chief Estimator
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, with full benefits
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM or 7 AM - 4 PM (flexible), weekends as needed
About the Role
Our client, a rapidly growing construction firm, is looking for a Chief Estimator to lead their estimating team. This role focuses on pre-construction planning, cost estimation, and bid strategy development for large-scale infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in heavy civil construction estimating, particularly in public and private sector projects, and a strong ability to manage bid processes from initiation to completion.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the review of potential bid opportunities and assess project feasibility.
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Oversee and manage quantity take-offs, cost analysis, and pricing strategies.
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Develop comprehensive bid proposals, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
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Collaborate with project managers and executives to align estimating strategies with company objectives.
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Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
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Monitor industry trends, material costs, and labor rates to refine estimating processes.
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Participate in pre-bid meetings, job site visits, and client consultations.
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Utilize software such as Viewpoint, Bluebeam, Adobe, and HCSS for cost analysis and bid preparation.
What You Bring
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10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction estimating, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
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Proven track record in estimating projects exceeding $25 million.
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Expertise in highway, municipal roadway, mass excavation, and underground utility projects.
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Strong proficiency in Viewpoint and Bluebeam, with experience in HCSS or Agtek preferred.
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Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
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Stability in work history (4+ years per role preferred).
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Experience with industry leaders such as Webber is a plus.
Perks & Benefits
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401(k) with employer matching
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid time off and life insurance coverage
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Performance-based bonus opportunities
Work Location: In-person (Houston, TX)
Ready to bring your expertise to a company that values leadership and innovation? Apply today!
Ref: #209-Eng Houston (Rowland)
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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