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Senior Estimator - Commercial Construction
Locations: Houston, TX 77024 OR Austin, TX 78759
Are you an experienced estimator ready to take ownership of major projects from concept through GMP? CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking a
Senior Estimator
for a leading construction services firm in the Houston or Austin areas. In this role, you'll spearhead the estimating process for high-profile commercial, healthcare, and higher education projects. You'll thrive here if you have a strong background in conceptual and detailed estimating, enjoy collaborating with diverse project teams, and excel at balancing cost, scope, and schedule. This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected company offering stability, growth potential, and competitive pay and benefits. We are open to hiring in either Houston or Austin, TX!
What You'll Actually Do as the Senior Estimator:
Lead estimating efforts for complex commercial projects, including healthcare and higher education facilities. Prepare conceptual budgets and detailed cost estimates throughout all phases of design. Partner with project teams to develop GMP strategies, procurement approaches, and risk assessments. Track budgets, manage scope adjustments, and ensure consistency across estimates. Contribute to general conditions analysis and provide input into overall project requirements. What You'll Need to Succeed as the Senior Estimator:
7-10 years of estimating experience, ideally within commercial, healthcare, and higher education sectors (structural steel experience, not residential or multi-family) Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills. Experience with CMAR delivery methods. Experience estimating complex projects ranging in scope from $10M+ ($20M-100M is preferred) Proven ability to manage estimates from conceptual design through GMP submission. It's a Bonus if You've Used:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field (or equivalent experience). Experience estimating in the healthcare, higher education, or municipality markets Previous mentoring or training of junior estimators. Design build experience. Why This Role Fits Your Life:
Employment type:
Full-time, direct hire Schedule:
Standard weekday business hours Salary/Pay:
$120,000-$130,000 annual salary range + eligible for bonuses Location:
On-site in Houston, TX (77024) or Austin, TX (78759) Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, ESOP tuition assistance, professional development support, a strong culture of promoting from within, and MORE!
Locations: Houston, TX 77024 OR Austin, TX 78759
Are you an experienced estimator ready to take ownership of major projects from concept through GMP? CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking a
Senior Estimator
for a leading construction services firm in the Houston or Austin areas. In this role, you'll spearhead the estimating process for high-profile commercial, healthcare, and higher education projects. You'll thrive here if you have a strong background in conceptual and detailed estimating, enjoy collaborating with diverse project teams, and excel at balancing cost, scope, and schedule. This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected company offering stability, growth potential, and competitive pay and benefits. We are open to hiring in either Houston or Austin, TX!
What You'll Actually Do as the Senior Estimator:
Lead estimating efforts for complex commercial projects, including healthcare and higher education facilities. Prepare conceptual budgets and detailed cost estimates throughout all phases of design. Partner with project teams to develop GMP strategies, procurement approaches, and risk assessments. Track budgets, manage scope adjustments, and ensure consistency across estimates. Contribute to general conditions analysis and provide input into overall project requirements. What You'll Need to Succeed as the Senior Estimator:
7-10 years of estimating experience, ideally within commercial, healthcare, and higher education sectors (structural steel experience, not residential or multi-family) Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills. Experience with CMAR delivery methods. Experience estimating complex projects ranging in scope from $10M+ ($20M-100M is preferred) Proven ability to manage estimates from conceptual design through GMP submission. It's a Bonus if You've Used:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field (or equivalent experience). Experience estimating in the healthcare, higher education, or municipality markets Previous mentoring or training of junior estimators. Design build experience. Why This Role Fits Your Life:
Employment type:
Full-time, direct hire Schedule:
Standard weekday business hours Salary/Pay:
$120,000-$130,000 annual salary range + eligible for bonuses Location:
On-site in Houston, TX (77024) or Austin, TX (78759) Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, ESOP tuition assistance, professional development support, a strong culture of promoting from within, and MORE!