Lead Estimator - Design build industrial projects

Dallas, Texas Permanent USD116,500 - USD136,500 per year View Job Description
Ranked as a top place to work - this team has low turnover, strong project structures, and repeat client business.You'll be part of a stable backlog across healthcare, schools, and commercial work
  • Team built on servant leadership and passion for complex projects
  • GC that values quality and accuracy - not low-bid shortcuts

About Our Client

A respected Dallas-based general contractor with ongoing work in healthcare, education, interiors, and ground‑up projects is seeking a Lead Estimator to support and guide preconstruction efforts. This position is ideal for an estimator who's experienced, confident, and ready to step up - but still growing into senior‑level leadership.

You'll work closely with senior preconstruction staff while taking ownership of estimates, subcontractor relationships, and early project strategy.

Job Description

  • Lead estimating efforts for mid‑size projects and assist senior staff on larger pursuits
  • Produce conceptual, schematic, DD, and CD budgets
  • Perform takeoffs, quantity surveys, and cost modeling
  • Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor bids
  • Review plans and specs for scope gaps, constructability issues, and VE opportunities
  • Work closely with project teams to align cost with schedule, logistics, and field conditions
  • Build relationships with trade partners and maintain updated cost history
  • Assist in preparing proposals, bid documents, clarifications, and scopes of work
  • Contribute to internal estimating standards, templates, and cost databases



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 5-8+ years of estimating experience with a commercial or healthcare GC
  • Comfortable leading estimates on small/mid‑size projects and supporting larger pursuits
  • Solid knowledge of commercial building systems, and project sequencing
  • Strong plan-reading skills and ability to identify gaps/inconsistencies
  • Experience with Bluebeam, OST, Procore, or similar platforms
  • Strong communication skills with both internal teams and trade partners
  • Detail‑oriented, organized, and committed to accuracy
  • A team‑first mindset with willingness to grow into a senior role

What's on Offer

  • Vehicle allowance or company truck
  • Annual two-tiered bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with match
  • PTO + holidays
  • Clear path to Senior Estimator or Precon Manager
  • Supportive culture with long‑standing client relationships

Apply today to have your resume considered - and if applicable - contacted within 48 hours!

Contact
Abby Kuligowski
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7042073

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Dallas
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Abby Kuligowski
Job Reference
JN-062026-7042073