Estimator

Eleven Western Builders•Dallas, TX

22h

About The Position

Eleven Western Builders, Inc. is seeking a Project Estimator to facilitate and manage construction project bids from invitation through project handover. The role supports accurate, thorough bids and helps ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget. The Estimator works independently while collaborating with the Estimating Team, Project Managers, Estimating Coordinator, subcontractors, clients, architectural teams, general superintendents, and leadership. During the first 30 days, the Estimator learns the company’s services, processes, procedures, business lines, estimating process, estimating software, and project management software, including Timberline Sage and StruXure. By 90 days, the role is expected to understand the bidding process, bid projects independently with support as needed, prepare accurate general conditions and bid qualifications, and hand off complete bid packages to Project Managers when projects are awarded. Within six to nine months, the Estimator develops a full understanding of the estimating process and supports client communications, management meetings, and project management. By 12 months, the Estimator is expected to bid multiple projects independently from start to finish. The company has been a retail general contractor since 1983, delivering construction projects throughout California and the western United States. The salary range is $75,000–$185,000.

Requirements

At least 5 years of project estimating experience in the construction industry.
Ability to read and understand project plans and specifications.
Knowledge of general contracting and subcontracting processes, building construction, terms, methods, and scheduling.
Ability to learn to use estimating software effectively.
Ability to bid 2–3 projects in parallel, including projects up to $6 million, as well as larger projects up to $20 million.
Computer proficiency, including MS Word, Excel, MS Project, Outlook, and editing or marking up Adobe PDFs.
Valid driver’s license, good driving history, and dependable transportation.
High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Manage construction project bids from bid invitation through project handover.
Review plans and specifications, set up project trades, invite subcontractors, write pre-bid RFIs, budget general conditions, and review bids for accuracy.
Learn and use estimating software and project management software, including Timberline Sage and StruXure.
Develop working relationships with the Estimating Team, subcontractors, Project Managers, General Superintendents, leadership, clients, and architectural teams.
Bid projects independently, asking questions as needed, and prepare accurate general conditions and bid qualifications.
Work with Project Managers to hand off a complete bid package when a project is awarded.
Attend pre-bid meetings, discuss scopes by trade, and ensure accurate bid coverage.
Communicate with clients regarding bid results and future opportunities.
Attend weekly management meetings and provide support to the project management team.
Manage multiple bids, prioritize urgent matters, and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and a positive attitude.