Estimator

Estimator

Dallas, TX | On-Site | Full-Time

We are seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to join our growing team in Dallas, TX. This role plays a critical part in the preconstruction process, supporting accurate cost modeling, bid preparation, and project planning. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, experience reviewing construction documents, and enjoys collaborating with project and preconstruction teams.

About the Role

As an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates, performing quantity takeoffs, sourcing vendor and subcontractor pricing, and supporting proposal development. You will work closely with Project Managers and Preconstruction Managers to ensure estimates align with project scope, schedule, and budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare      detailed construction cost estimates and perform cost analysis
• Review      and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project      requirements
• Organize      project documents including labeling, slip sheeting, and plan overlays
• Develop      invitations to bid (ITBs), instructions to bidders, and trade partner      lists
• Perform      quantity takeoffs and assemble scopes of work into bid packages
• Identify      constructability issues, missing information, and maintain RFI logs
• Obtain      subcontractor and vendor pricing; organize and level bids for scope      alignment
• Identify      financial, schedule, or logistical risks and assist with mitigation      strategies
• Compile      complete proposals based on owner and client requirements
• Coordinate      marketing and proposal deliverables for submissions
• Maintain      accurate records of estimates and ensure alignment with project timelines      and budgets

Working Conditions

• Full-time,      Monday–Friday
• 8-hour      shift, in-person.
• Location:      Houston, Texas

What We Offer

• Medical,      Dental, and Vision Insurance – BCBS health coverage with supplemental      insurance options; eligibility begins the first of the month following days of employment.
• Company-Paid      Life Insurance – $50,000 coverage automatically enrolled after 60 days.
• Voluntary      Life & Personal Accident Insurance – Additional term life and      supplemental coverage available to benefits-eligible team members.
• 401(k)      Retirement Plan – Safe harbor matching contribution with 100% vesting;      eligibility begins the first of the quarter after 3 months of employment.
• Paid      Time Off – 80 hours of PTO and 3 paid sick days after 90 days of      employment.
• Paid      Holidays – 11.5 company-observed holidays annually.
• Flex      Week – Remote work allowed In December to encourage family time during the      holiday season. Dates provided Annually
• Paid      Parental Leave – After one year of employment.
• Health      Savings Account (HSA) – With employer contributions.
• Wellness      & Mental Health Support – Access to BCBS Wellness on Target tools, % covered MD Live virtual wellness checkups, and Employee Assistance      Program (EAP).
• Employee      Store Voucher – Use toward Rudick Gear. 

Requirements

 Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
(or equivalent industry experience)

• years of experience in construction estimating or a related role
• Knowledge      of cost estimation, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Proficiency      in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability      to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong      organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability      to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, vendors, and      subcontractors