Job Description
Senior Estimator Mechanical / Structural
Position Summary :
Our client is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their Houston-based team. This is an exciting, high-impact opportunity for an experienced civil estimator ready to take on a leadership track with a clear path toward the Estimating Manager role as the current manager transitions in the coming years.
Youll play a critical role in preconstruction, leading estimating efforts across mechanical, civil, concrete, and structural scopes, while collaborating with internal stakeholders (up to the CEO of our organization) and our respective project teams to deliver accurate, timely, and competitive bids.
Key Responsibilities :
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for industrial mechanical, concrete, structural, and select civil scopes.
- Conduct quantity take-offs, analyze drawings / specs, and develop project budgets.
- Collaborate with operations and field teams to ensure alignment between design intent and cost assumptions.
- Manage subcontractor outreach, pricing comparisons, and bid evaluations.
- Implement and improve estimating processes, systems, and technological improvements.
- Support business development efforts through conceptual estimating and client-facing proposal support.
- Serve as a mentor to junior estimators, preparing to take on departmental leadership.
Required Qualifications :
8+ years of progressive estimating experience in industrial mechanical, concrete, and structural disciplines .Proven background in industrial mechanical estimating .Experience with take-off software and digital estimating tools.Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field preferred.Leadership potential and drive to grow into an Estimating Manager role.Roll Details & Duration
Full-time, direct hire, onsite in Houston, TX .Long-term role with strong career trajectory within our clients preconstruction leadership.Why This Role Matters :
We are known for integrity, quality, and innovation in industrial construction. This Senior Estimator position is central to shaping the future of the preconstruction team driving excellence in cost control, collaboration, and client trust across major civil and concrete projects.