SNI Companies - Texas · 1 day ago
Estimator
Lewisville, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
2+ years expSNI Companies is partnering with a family-owned construction company in Lewisville seeking a Commercial Construction Estimator. The role involves producing accurate estimates for ground-up commercial projects, requiring strong analytical skills and the ability to operate independently within a pre-construction team.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Bella Madrid
Responsibilities
Prepare conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates for ground-up commercial projects
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and pricing using industry-standard tools
Review architectural, civil, structural, and MEP drawings to identify scope, gaps, and risks
Develop clear scopes of work for subcontractors and internal review
Support value engineering and pricing alternatives
Solicit bids from qualified subcontractors and suppliers
Analyze proposals for scope alignment, completeness, and cost accuracy
Level bids and identify scope gaps before contract award
Build and maintain strong trade partner relationships
Validate pricing using historical cost data and benchmarks
Identify cost drivers, assumptions, and risk items
Clearly document inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions for project handoff
Use Bluebeam, PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, or similar tools for takeoffs
Use Procore for document control, bid management, and coordination
Follow and contribute to standardized estimating procedures
Participate in estimate handoff meetings to ensure continuity into operations
Qualification
Required
2+ years experience as a commercial construction estimator (5+ years preferred)
Strong understanding of ground-up commercial construction
Proficiency with takeoff and estimating software
Experience using Procore in pre-construction workflows
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
High personal standards, integrity, and accountability
Preferred
Experience with a Commercial General Contractor (preferred)
Experience with gas station, retail, or prototype-driven commercial builds
Company
SNI Companies - Texas
SNI Companies is a premier provider of recruitment and staffing services specializing in administrative, finance, accounting, banking, technology, and legal professions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase