Sr. Estimator; Mechanical/Civil/Structural- Data Center & Industrial Const
Listed on 2026-11-05
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Construction
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor, Building & Residential Construction -
Engineering
Estimator, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveyor
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.
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
- 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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