Concrete Estimator

The Brazos Group•Dallas, TX

About The Position

A nationally established commercial concrete subcontractor is expanding into the Dallas–Fort Worth market and seeking an estimator for its growing preconstruction team. The company specializes in technology-driven, self-perform tilt-up construction and has established relationships with national and regional general contractors active in DFW. The target project profile includes large-scale tilt-up warehouse and distribution facilities of 250,000–1,000,000+ square feet, as well as data center, office, healthcare, DOT, and slab projects. The role supports the development of the DFW operation and works with the preconstruction team and leadership on competitive bids, preconstruction activities, and project handoffs. The organization describes work-life balance as a priority and uses OST, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Office 365.

Requirements

At least 3 years of estimating experience with a concrete subcontractor; tilt-up experience is strongly preferred.
Technical expertise in tilt-up panel construction and ability to communicate clearly with field staff.
Strong proficiency in OST (On-Screen Takeoff) and Bluebeam; required.
Solid understanding of tilt-up panel systems, cast-in-place structural concrete, and flatwork scopes.
Ability to accurately read and interpret structural and architectural drawings.
Experience using construction bidding platforms such as BuildingConnected, iSqFt, or similar.
Detail-oriented, with strong math, analytical, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of the DFW subcontractor market and material pricing.
A degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
GC-side candidates with strong tilt-up estimating experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Prepare complete and competitive bid proposals for tilt-up concrete scopes.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from architectural and structural drawings using OST and Bluebeam.
Solicit, review, and level subcontractor and supplier quotes.
Develop labor, material, equipment, and overhead cost models.
Coordinate with the Preconstruction Manager and leadership on bid strategy and go/no-go decisions.
Attend pre-bid meetings, site walks, and GC interviews as required.
Build and maintain relationships with general contractors and owners in the DFW market.
Assist with value engineering and scope clarification during preconstruction.
Maintain organized bid files, estimate logs, and follow-up tracking.
Support project handoffs to the project management team upon award.