FULL_TIME
5-10
Construction Lead Estimator
3/17/2025
The Senior Estimator is responsible for all aspects of project estimating from pre-planning through commissioning and closeout. This includes analyzing plans, collaborating with stakeholders, calculating costs, and preparing competitive bids.
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Company Size
51-200 employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
About The Company
Since 1971, White Construction has been helping customers achieve their goals by sharing in their vision of success. We are consistently listed as one of the nation's top commercial contractors by industry business and trade organizations. Our reputation for reliability and integrity, our genuine care and concern for clients and employees alike and our excellent safety record are just a few of the reasons our customers return to us again and again.
About the Role
<div role="region" data-page-number="1" aria-label="Page 1" data-loaded="true"><p><strong>***This person will lead our Estimating efforts in Houston and report to our Director of Estimating in Austin.</strong></p><p><strong><u>Company highlights:</u></strong></p><ul><li>50+ years as a leading GC</li><li>Healthy backlog - record year in '24!</li><li>Long employee tenure</li><li>Family-owned, mid-sized firm</li></ul><p><strong><u>Benefit highlights:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Bonus program</li><li>Company paid medical insurance (no cost to employee)</li><li>401k plan with company contribution (fully vested immediately)</li><li>Cell phone allowance</li></ul></div><div role="region" data-page-number="1" aria-label="Page 1" data-loaded="true"><p><strong><u>About White Construction</u></strong></p><p>White Construction’s vision is to be the most sought-after provider of construction services. We take pride in our history of excellence and in maintaining meaningful relationships with our clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors alike. This family-owned construction firm takes our family values seriously as employees from different backgrounds come together with a core purpose of Building Success Together. Through our core values of Safety, Leadership, Teamwork, Trust, and Relationships, we deliver quality and exceptional service on the most complex projects with our client’s goals and visions at the forefront of our operations. From healthcare facilities to corporate headquarters, retail centers to high end residential, White Construction approaches every project with remarkable attention to detail, offering our clients and partners the step-above service that has kept them coming back since 1971.</p></div><div role="region" data-page-number="1" aria-label="Page 1" data-loaded="true"><br role="presentation"><span dir="ltr" role="presentation"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Estimator Responsibilities:</strong></span></span></div><div role="region" data-page-number="1" aria-label="Page 1" data-loaded="true"><ul><li>Demonstrated, on multiple projects, expertise in all aspects of project estimating from project pre-planning thru commissioning/closeout.</li><li>Proven track record of successful estimating performance as measured by internal customer satisfaction, absence of project disputes based on budget/estimating problems, profitability, timely completion, project documentation, project transition from estimating to operations and estimating staff development.</li><li>Analyze architectural plans, blueprints, and project specifications to prepare accurate estimates for drywall projects.</li><li>Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather necessary information and data.</li><li>Calculate material quantities and labor costs required for each project.</li><li>Evaluate and select appropriate materials and construction methods to ensure cost-efficiency and quality.</li><li>Prepare detailed and competitive bids and proposals for clients.</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients, architects, and contractors to address questions and provide clarifications.</li><li>Stay updated on industry trends and pricing to ensure competitive and accurate estimates.</li></ul></div><div role="region" data-page-number="2" aria-label="Page 2" data-loaded="true"><div><p><span dir="ltr" role="presentation"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Education/Certification Requirements:</strong></span></span></p><ul><li><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-yea</span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">r college or university in Construction </span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">related field. </span></li><li><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">Excellent writing, communica</span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">tion, and organization skills. </span></li><li><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">Positive, enthusiastic, and energetic attitude. </span></li><li><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">Self-starter, results driven and able to work independently. </span></li><li><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">Ability to develop and maintain effect</span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">ive relationships with a broad gr</span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">oup of stakeholde</span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">rs to foster </span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">trust and partnership. </span></li><li><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">Ability to multi-task and is comfortable </span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">working in a deadline-driven environment. </span></li></ul></div><div> </div><div><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">The above statements are intended to </span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">describe the general nature and level of</span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation"> work performed by the employee </span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">assigned to this position. They </span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">are not intended to be an exhaustive</span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation"> list of all responsibilities, </span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">duties, and skills </span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">required of personnel so cl</span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">assified. Duties and respon</span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">sibilities may be ad</span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">ded or changed as deemed appropriate </span><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">by management at any time. </span><br role="presentation"><br role="presentation"><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">White Construction is an equal opportunity employer.</span></div><div> </div><div><em><span dir="ltr" role="presentation">White Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of White Construction without a prior discussed or written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of White Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.</span></em></div></div>
Key Skills
Project EstimatingBudget ManagementCommunicationCollaborationMaterial CalculationCost EfficiencyProposal PreparationIndustry TrendsRelationship BuildingDetail OrientationSelf-StarterMulti-TaskingDeadline ManagementProblem SolvingDocumentationTeamwork
Benefits
Bonus ProgramCompany Paid Medical Insurance401k Plan with Company ContributionCell Phone Allowance
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