Estimator Director
On-siteDallas, Texas, United States or Florida, United States
Job Summary
Lead the organization's estimating and preconstruction strategy by overseeing conceptual, schematic, and final cost estimates across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. Establish estimating standards, methodologies, and pricing benchmarks while driving consistency and accuracy in all cost estimating processes. Manage preconstruction efforts from pursuit through project award, collaborating with owners, architects, and engineers to provide value engineering recommendations and support feasibility studies. Oversee detailed quantity takeoffs, subcontractor pricing, and bid strategy development, ensuring alignment between project scope, drawings, and estimates. Identify cost risks, develop mitigation strategies, and lead workshops to optimize design and cost efficiency. Mentor estimating managers and engineers, build a high-performing team, and standardize workflows using tools like Bluebeam and Sage Estimating. Report to the Vice President of Construction and COO in a fast-paced, bidding-driven environment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field
- 10+ years of construction estimating or preconstruction experience
- 5+ years in senior leadership roles (Estimating Manager, Chief Estimator, or Director-level)
- Strong expertise in commercial, industrial, or infrastructure estimating
- Deep knowledge of construction means, methods, and cost structures
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills
- Strong experience with estimating software and tools
- Must currently reside in one of the approved locations listed above
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in design-build, EPC, or large general contracting environments
- Background in multi-million or multi-billion-dollar project estimating
- Strong vendor and subcontractor negotiation experience
- Experience in healthcare, infrastructure, or large commercial construction
- PMP, CCM, or industry certifications
- Experience with BIM-based estimating or 5D cost modeling
- Strong background in value engineering and lean construction practices
- Experience supporting business development or pursuit teams
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