Job Description

A well-established commercial general contractor in North Texas is looking for a Senior Estimator to help lead its preconstruction efforts. You'll own estimates from early budgets through hard bids, guide the strategy on key pursuits, and partner with operations and leadership to win quality work across DFW.

What You'll Do

• Lead conceptual, schematic and hard-bid estimates for commercial construction projects
• Manage quantity takeoffs and thorough reviews of plans, specifications and addenda
• Solicit, level and analyze trade contractor and supplier proposals
• Spot scope gaps, risks, alternates and value engineering opportunities
• Present estimates and bid strategy to leadership and clients
• Mentor estimators and help hand off awarded projects to the operations team
• Build and maintain strong relationships with trade partners across DFW

What You Bring

• 7+ years of commercial construction estimating experience, ideally with a general contractor
• A degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent experience
• A track record of leading estimates on a range of commercial project types
• Strong command of estimating and takeoff software (e.g., Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, ProEst or similar)
• Solid knowledge of construction means, methods and costs
• Clear communication and the confidence to lead bid reviews

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits
• A stable team with a strong local reputation and repeat clients
• A key seat in preconstruction with room to grow

Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.