Job Description
Senior Estimator – Commercial Projects ($50M+)
📍 McKinney, TX | Full-Time
💰 Salary : $125K–$150K + 15% Bonus | 🚙 $600 Vehicle Allowance
We are seeking a Senior Estimator with extensive experience leading estimates for large-scale commercial projects valued at $50M+ . This is a senior-level role requiring a proven track record estimating all trades and managing the complete preconstruction process on complex projects.
If you are a detail-driven professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants the opportunity to influence major pursuits while mentoring junior estimators, this could be the right role for you.
What You’ll Do :
- Lead estimating efforts for Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSPs), Hard Bids, and CM@Risk projects
- Perform full project quantity takeoffs across all trades
- Prepare bid tabs, GMPs, and conceptual estimates for incomplete or implied scope
- Recruit and manage subcontractor / vendor bidders; conduct scope reviews
- Present to owners and coordinate with field operations for turnover
- Mentor Estimators I & II, conduct performance reviews, and improve internal processes
What We’re Looking For :
8–15 years of verifiable commercial estimating experience on the contractor sideMust have experience estimating entire projects $50M+ across all tradesStrong conceptual estimating and unit pricing abilityAdvanced proficiency with Google Sheets, Excel, Word, and scheduling softwareExcellent communication, leadership, and presentation skillsPreferred : K–12 project experience, DFW-area subcontractor network, or prior field / project management backgroundRole Details :
Salary Range : $125K–$150K (based on experience)Bonus : 15% of baseVehicle Allowance : $600 monthlyStart Date : ImmediateTravel : Minimal | No Per Diem✨ This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of complex estimating efforts, directly impact high-profile projects, and grow within a respected, team-oriented environment.