Plano, TX
Chief Estimator
Overview:
Houston, TX: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a Senior Estimator to join a leading Civil Construction partner’s growing team in Houston. This role is focused on large-scale municipal infrastructure projects in Texas, particularly in the water, wastewater, and storm sewer sectors.
Essential Duties:
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil construction projects ranging from $10M to over $100M
• Evaluate and interpret project plans, specifications, and other documents to determine project scope and requirements
• Analyze labor, material, and equipment needs to generate accurate bid proposals
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and subcontractors during the pre-construction phase
• Utilize estimating tools such as HeavyBid to develop and maintain cost databases
• Provide value-engineering recommendations and risk assessments to ensure competitive and compliant bids
Requirements/Skills:
• Extensive experience with 24” to 120” diameter municipal water, wastewater, and storm sewer projects
• Preference for experience with 60”–120” diameter scope
• Strong understanding of pipe types including FRP, PVC, DIP, HDPE, Welded Steel, Concrete Steel Cylinder, PCCP, RCP, and RCB
• Familiarity with major pipe manufacturers
• Proven track record of direct work with municipalities or agencies such as the City of Houston, City of Dallas, Fort Bend Water Authority, Tarrant Regional Water District, and SAWS
• Proficiency with HeavyBid software is preferred
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to work in an office environment and occasionally visit job sites
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods
• May be required to lift materials up to 25 lbs occasionally
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.