Estimator

Kent Companies • Pflugerville, TX

14d

About The Position

The Estimator prepares accurate time, cost, and labor estimates for assigned projects using specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, and processes. The role also assembles bid proposals and follows up with clients to identify and overcome obstacles to Kent Companies being awarded contracts.

The Estimator manages project information and communications, builds relationships with prospects, customers, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, and evaluates project risks and opportunities with the Preconstruction & Division Manager. The role reviews contracts, specifications, and drawings; develops construction plans and detailed quantity take-offs; prepares comprehensive estimates and proposals; solicits subcontractor and supplier pricing; and participates in post-bid interviews. Client follow-up, opportunity tracking, and monitoring market share are also key parts of the position.

A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or at least five years of concrete estimating experience, is required, including at least five years in a leadership role. Proven experience managing concrete preconstruction processes and extensive construction knowledge are required. Excellent communication and organizational abilities are expected. English-Spanish proficiency is preferred but not required. The candidate must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now or in the future, pass a drug screening, have a valid driver’s license, and have reliable transportation to work locations and job sites. A driving-related background check may be required for drivers.

Kent Companies offers competitive compensation and benefits, which vary by location. A customized benefits package is presented upon hire; typical offerings include weekly pay, paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, supplemental insurance options, retirement plans with discretionary employer matching, holiday pay, dependent scholarship opportunities, and leadership development opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or 5+ years of concrete estimating experience.
• At least five years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience managing concrete preconstruction processes.
• Extensive knowledge of construction principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable transportation to job sites and workplace locations.
• Ability to pass a drug screening.
• Ability to successfully pass a driving-related background check if driving is required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Collect relevant information and complete timely follow-ups to support effective communication and internal and external project closure; secure bid tabs to track the market.
• Develop and sustain relationships with prospects, customers, vendors, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.
• Identify project competitive advantages and risks, and communicate and evaluate them with the Preconstruction & Division Manager.
• Provide cost-effective engineering solutions and design assistance while considering cost and schedule impacts.
• Review contractual requirements, specifications, and drawings to develop a construction plan as the basis for cost estimation, including reviewing scope for accuracy.
• Conduct detailed project take-offs to quantify items within the project scope.
• Develop complete estimates covering alternates, general conditions, vendor and subcontractor pricing, materials and equipment costs, and labor rates aligned with the bid strategy.
• Solicit and review subcontractor and supplier pricing and ensure prequalification requirements are met when selecting qualified partners.
• Prepare accurate and comprehensive proposals, including project timelines, assumptions, exclusions, and required documentation, with correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Follow up with clients the next business day to gather feedback on pricing and scope, promote company differentiators, and request meetings to discuss project value; record information in the company CRM system.
• Follow up on, close, and track identified opportunities in a timely manner; track market share.
• Participate in post-bid interviews and provide details on scope, sequence, assumptions, and exclusions as needed.
• Perform other duties and activities as required; duties may change at any time, with or without notice.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer matching
• Holiday pay for New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Leadership development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior