Dallas, Texas, USA
58 days ago
Senior Estimator - North Dallas

We’re seeking a skilled Senior Estimator with a strong grasp of construction industry standards and estimating processes. This role involves collaborating with the estimating team and leadership to reach strategic estimating goals. Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience in Heavy Civil, DOT/Municipal projects, Concrete Paving, Earthworks, Underground Utilities, and Structures for both public and private sectors.

What You’ll Do:

- Bid Monitoring & Project Selection: Regularly review industry bid publications and client requests, selecting potential projects for team review and consideration.
- Project Scope and Review: Coordinate with the estimating team to review project plans, specifications, general conditions, schedules, and scope to ensure complete coverage.
- Cost Estimation and Quantity Take-Offs: Perform or support take-off calculations, prepare pricing reports, and maintain digital records for internal budgets and presentations.
- Collaborate on Final Estimates: Work closely with the team to refine estimates through all project stages, from concept to construction, supporting scope reviews, subcontractor evaluation, and cost analysis.
- Executive-Level Input: Present final estimates to leadership, ensuring all decisions are aligned with project goals, and participate in key meetings.
- Job Cost Monitoring: Once projects are underway, assist in tracking job costs and visit sites as needed.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay current with industry trends by participating in workshops, reading professional publications, and networking in the field.
- Revenue & Cost Forecasting: Collaborate with field and project managers to prepare monthly revenue and cost forecasts.
- Problem Solving & Initiative: Address any challenges that arise in estimating or on projects with independence and initiative.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

- Industry Knowledge: Experience with both public and private projects, including Heavy Civil, DOT/Municipal, Concrete Paving, Earthworks, Underground Utilities, and Structures.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft programs, Bluebeam, Adobe, and HCSS (Heavy Bid); familiarity with AutoCAD, Agtek, or MicroStation is a plus.
- Compliance and Safety: Adherence to OSHA standards and all company safety guidelines.
- Work Environment: Office-based with standard hours, focused on organizing and completing work within given deadlines.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.


System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


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