Estimator
job junctureHouston, TX
$150,000 - $180,000 per year
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Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 per year
Location: Houston, TX
Posted: October 25 2026
Relocation Assistance: Available
Location:
Channelview, TX
Fully onsite. 40-45 hours week M - F. Minimal travel.
About this Role
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Sr. Estimator (Mechanical/Civil/Structural) to join our team in Houston, TX to support a growing portfolio of large-scale construction projects, primarily within the rapidly expanding data center market. Additional projects span the chemical, petrochemical, oil and gas, and other heavy industrial sectors.
The Senior Estimator will play a key role in developing accurate, competitive cost estimates for EPC and design-build projects. This position requires a deep understanding of industrial construction methods, material takeoffs, labor productivity, and cost controls.
What You'll Do:
Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil, structural, and mechanical construction scopes, with primary emphasis on piping and mechanical systems
Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, and equipment pricing using Trimble Accubid and Microsoft Excel
Review drawings, specifications, and scope documents to ensure accurate and complete estimates
Collaborate with project management, engineering, and construction teams to validate assumptions and execution strategies
Develop pricing for lump sum, unit rate, and time-and-materials proposals
Analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes, ensuring alignment with project scope and estimating standards
Identify project risks, exclusions, and value-engineering opportunities
Support bid reviews, estimate reconcilations, and post-bid handoff meetings
Maintain estimating databases, historical cost data, and productivity benchmarks
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. OR 10 years experience in lieu of degree.
10+ years of estimating experience in industrial construction, with a strong focus on mechanical/piping scopes
Strong working knowledge of civil and structural construction methods and cost drivers
Advanced proficiency with Trimble Accubid and Microsoft Excel
Ability to interpret P&IDs, isometrics, civil drawings, and structural plans
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Minimal travel for pre-bid site visits.
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