Estimator

Job Description

Salary:

Felix Construction Company is seeking an Estimator to do all aspects of the bid/estimating process for the construction of water and wastewater facilities. This includes review of plans and specs, bid scope and quantity take-offs, solicitation of pricing from subcontractors or suppliers and completion of the bid/estimating effort including closeout. Our projects vary in size and scope and are located throughout the Dallas metropolitan area ($250k - $50 M). This role typically requires a bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent. The ideal candidate can communicate and work well with all levels of personnel and has strong math and analytical skills.

What You'll Be Doing

Thorough and proactive review of on-line resources for project advertisements

Communicates with engineers, owners, and consultants to clarify scope of work, materials, schedule requirements and documents clarifications

Completes bid scopes for projects

Estimates the entire project including structural concrete, piping systems, mechanical equipment installation, and site civil

Performs quantity take-offs for water and wastewater piping systems and mechanical equipment for industrial piping and mechanical systems

Performs quantity takeoffs for structural concrete and site civil work

Take lead on estimating CSI Divisions 4-10

Leads the internal estimate review process

Prepares final assembly of estimate

After the bid, collects and organizes all bid information for project turnover meetings and assists field operations with change order pricing

Maintains historical data

Who You Are

Senior level, at least 5 years heavy civil or industrial construction estimating experience required, water/wastewater highly desired

Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Mechanical or Structural Engineering preferred

In depth knowledge of construction principles and processes

In depth knowledge of civil activities (excavation, concrete), steel erection and equipment installation

Ability to interpret drawings and specifications

Strong understanding of piping plan isometric and P&ID drawings required

Strong math and analytical skills

Advanced knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Project required

Experience with estimating software such as Heavy Bid or ProEst strongly preferred

Have the legal right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship indefinitely

Why Join Felix Construction

Felix Construction is more than a companywe are an employer and contractor of choice with the leadership and infrastructure to sustainably execute on our growth and deliver on our brand promise. If you're skilled, motivated, and share our commitment to excellence, this could be your opportunity to thrive. We provide the tools, support, and environment where talented individuals grow while delivering projects communities depend on. Don't just find a jobbuild a future with Felix Construction. We offer:

ESOP program - 100% Employee Owned

Discretionary annual bonus program

401k with 6% employer match

Rich benefits package with substantial employer contribution

Generous Time Off Policy (PTO)

7 paid company holidays

Professional development programs, team activities, and organized volunteer initiatives

Vehicle Allowance and Cell Phone Allowance

Full-time