Lead Estimator - Multifamily Construction

Lead Estimator For Multifamily Developments

Our client is an established real estate development and construction organization with a strong presence throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth market. The company develops and delivers multifamily, residential, mixed-use, commercial, and land development projects and offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where employees have direct visibility into project success and organizational growth.

Job Description

Lead all estimating and preconstruction efforts for multifamily construction projects. Prepare conceptual budgets, detailed estimates, quantity takeoffs, and bid analyses. Develop cost plans throughout various design phases. Analyze plans, specifications, reports, and project documentation. Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals. Collaborate with development, operations, project management, and executive leadership teams. Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering initiatives. Maintain and update historical cost databases and market pricing trends. Assist with procurement planning and subcontractor buyout strategies. Evaluate project risks and develop mitigation recommendations. Participate in design review meetings and constructability evaluations. Support contract negotiations and project transition to operations teams. Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants throughout Texas. Mentor junior preconstruction and estimating professionals as the team grows. Help establish estimating best practices and process improvements.

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

Required Qualifications: 5+ years of construction estimating experience. Experience estimating multifamily, apartment, podium, wrap, garden-style, or mixed-use projects. Strong understanding of construction costs, means, methods, and sequencing. Experience preparing conceptual budgets and detailed estimates. Ability to perform quantity takeoffs and cost analyses. Experience reviewing subcontractor scopes and leveling bids. Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office products. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively across development, operations, and design teams. Proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Experience with Texas multifamily construction markets. Experience supporting value engineering and constructability reviews. Existing subcontractor relationships within DFW and surrounding markets. Leadership experience mentoring estimators or preconstruction professionals.

What's on Offer

Base Salary: $97.5k-$123k base. Annual Bonus: Discretionary, based on personal and company performance. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance. 401(k). 3 weeks PTO and Paid Holidays. Opportunity to work on a growing pipeline of multifamily developments. Direct interaction with development, acquisition, and construction leadership. Long-term career growth within a growing development and construction platform. Exposure to projects from initial underwriting through construction completion. Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.