Sr. Estimator

Felix Construction

$88K — $105K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in heavy civil or industrial construction, particularly in water/wastewater projects
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, Mechanical or Structural Engineering preferred
  • In-depth knowledge of construction principles and processes
  • Strong understanding of piping plan isometric and P&ID drawings
  • Advanced Excel and Microsoft Project skills
  • Estimating software experience, preferably with Heavy Bid or ProEst
  • U.S. work authorization without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough review of online project advertisements
  • Clarify project scope and requirements with engineers, owners, and consultants
  • Prepare bid scopes and estimates for various projects
  • Estimate structural concrete, piping systems, mechanical installation, and civil work
  • Lead the internal estimate review process
  • Organize bid information for project turnover and support change order pricing
  • Maintain and analyze historical data for estimating

Benefits

  • Employee ownership through an ESOP program
  • Discretionary annual bonus program
  • 401k with 6% employer match
  • Comprehensive benefits package with employer contributions
  • Generous paid time off policy (PTO)
  • 8 paid company holidays
  • Opportunities for professional development and community involvement programs
Full Job Description
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 includes review of plans and specs, bid scope and quantity take-offs, solicitation of pricing from subcontractors or suppliers and completion of the bid/estimating effort including closeout. Our projects vary in size and scope and are located throughout the Dallas metropolitan area ($250k - $50 M). This role typically requires a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent. The ideal candidate can communicate and work well with all levels of personnel and has strong math and analytical skills. **While this role is based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, we are conducting a nationwide search for top talent. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.** What You'll Be Doing • 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 Who You Are • Senior-level experience required, with a minimum of 5 years in heavy civil or industrial construction, specifically within water/wastewater projects. We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds within the W/WW space, including Project Management, Estimating, and Preconstruction. • 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 required • Strong math and analytical skills • Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Project required • Experience with estimating software such as Heavy Bid or ProEst strongly preferred • Have the legal right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship indefinitely Why Join Felix Construction Felix Construction is more than a company-we are an employer and contractor of choice with the leadership and infrastructure to sustainably execute on our growth and deliver on our brand promise. We provide the tools, support, and environment where talented individuals grow while delivering projects communities depend on. Don't just find a job-build a future with Felix Construction. We offer: Become an Owner, Not Just an Employee: As a 100% employee-owned company, our success is your success. Our ESOP program is the foundation of our culture, fostering a unique environment of shared accountability, commitment, and reward. Discretionary annual bonus program 401k 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

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