Estimator - Commercial Construction

A well-established commercial construction contractor in Northeast Texas (Longview area) with 40+ years of industry experience is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team. This opportunity offers the chance to work with a respected regional contractor handling projects ranging from small commercial work to major industrial facilities.

About Our Client

Our client is a privately-held construction firm specializing in design-build, general contracting, and construction management services. They serve diverse markets including commercial, healthcare, industrial, institutional, religious, and educational facilities throughout East Texas. With a strong emphasis on relationship-building and technical expertise, they maintain a lean, project-focused team structure while delivering high-quality construction services.

The Role

This is a skilled estimator position critical to the company's success, requiring a candidate with integrity, experience, and professionalism. The role will:

• Lead bid preparation and proposals across multiple procurement methods, with a primary focus on traditional design-bid-build (hard bidding) against competing contractors
• Handle projects ranging from $1,000 to $100,000,000
• Spearhead pre-construction services including pricing, value engineering, site investigations, and building assessments
• Identify and mitigate high-risk bid document/scope provisions
• Establish project parameters for cost, schedule, and safety
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
• Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure successful project completion
• Report directly to the company's Owner & President

• Minimum 5 years of estimating experience with commercial/industrial construction projects of $5MM+
• Candidates with experience at general contractors, subcontractors, or suppliers are welcome to apply
• Proven track record as lead/sole estimator on successfully awarded and profitable bids
• Experience thriving in the high-pressure environment of competitive bidding
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Superior financial, time management, communication, and analytical skills
• Exceptional relationship-building and collaboration abilities
• Demonstrated leadership capability
• Proficiency with MS Office suite and estimating software

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 4:30pm

Location: Longview, TX area (in-office position, not remote)

Valid driver's license and vehicle required

• Highly competitive compensation based on experience and ability - 95k - 115k
• Health insurance with significant company contribution
• Attractive PTO policy
• 401K with company-covered plan fees
• Company cell phone or reimbursement
• Corporate culture focused on work-life balance
• Opportunity to work on both small and large impactful community projects

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