Seeking an experienced estimator with 2-5 years of commercial construction experience, preferably in the DFW metroplex.

With over half of a century in the business, Hill & Wilkinson has steadily grown from a small family business, to a respected industry leader, providing a full range of contracting services in multiple markets. From a simple maintenance project, to design-build of a fast-track facility, we execute each project with persistent accountability. We listen to your goals so that we may develop strategies to successfully build your vision.

Members of Hill & Wilkinson Benefits Program, have access to the following benefits:

• Health

• Dental

• Basic life insurance

• Short‐term disability (Exempt Employees Only)

• Long‐term disability (Exempt Employees Only)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• College 529 plan

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Vacations

Job Summary:

The primary job responsibility of the Estimator is to act as lead estimator on any project in their assigned division, perform all tasks necessary to develop a complete & accurate estimate and present the estimate to the Client with oversight from the Director of Preconstruction Services or Senior Estimator. Hill & Wilkinson estimators are expected to develop the ability to provide schematic pricing for clients based on a project type and historical cost data.

Job Description:

• Thoroughly review all documents pertaining to assigned trades (plans, specifications, narratives, renderings, etc.).

• Perform detailed take-off and scope development for assigned trades - typically less complex trades.

• Become familiar with and begin organizing take-off in the estimate template for assigned trades and maintain the integrity of the template (formulas, format, etc.).

• Assist lead estimator in organizing all documents required for estimating/bidding and upload to Building Connected.

• Monitor subcontractors during bid time to ensure sub coverage on bid day.

• Communicate with subcontractors & H&W staff throughout preconstruction phase (ie. scope coordination, estimate breakdown, alternates etc.).

• Assist lead estimator with determining all required costs from Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) (permits, taxes,…).

• Receive and fully evaluate subcontractor bids for assigned trades. Coordinate between trades so that there are no overlaps or gaps in scope of work.

• Assist lead estimator with developing cost savings alternates as requested or needed to meet project requirements.

• Review assigned take-off with lead estimator and/or Director of Preconstruction Services prior to receiving bids. After receiving & tabbing bids, review tab cards with same.

• Attend the Estimate Hand-off Meeting with operations team.

Job Qualifications:

• College degree preferred in a related field (construction/engineering) OR experience in construction related field.

• Honest, dependable, responsible & attentive.

• Aligned with H&W Values and Ways.

• Willing to work with a team.

• Able to read Civil, Architectural, Structural, and MEP drawings and specifications.

• Familiar with Microsoft Office; extended knowledge of Excel a plus.

• Detail oriented and organized.

• Manage time without supervision