Industrial Estimator
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Industrial Estimator
Join our client, as an Estimator in a family-owned, fast-growth industrial painting and coatings company, with a great culture. Salary is negotiable based on candidate experience. Must live in Texas. We are seeking customer-focused technical professionals who have estimating experience in industrial paintings or coatings construction industry.
**MUST HAVE INDUSTRIAL ESTIMATING EXPERIENCE**
Estimator Job Responsibilities:
Estimate Development
●Prepare accurate cost estimates based on blueprints, field measurements, and specs
● Perform digital takeoffs for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracted work
● Use standardized proposal templates to clearly document scope and pricing
● Ensure timely completion of proposals based on priority and deadlines
● Apply production rates, safety factors, and contingencies appropriate to project type
Sales Team Collaboration
● Partner with Business Developers to review project details and tailor proposals
● Help qualify leads by reviewing bid requests and determining project fit
● Provide technical input on scope and feasibility during sales strategy discussions
● Maintain bid logs and update proposal tracking tools regularly
Site Review Support
● Participate in job site visits with the Lead Estimator or Business Developers when needed
● Document job site conditions: access, dimensions, photos/videos, and risk factors
● Input lessons learned into estimating templates based on post-job reviews
Desired Experience:
5+ years Estimating for large industrial painting or coating projects
Full understanding of complex industrial blueprint drawings, specs, and field data
Understanding of digital on-screen takeoff and Microsoft Excel
Experience using Pro-contractor MX, Stack Takeoff, iSqFt, Bluebeam or similar tools
Strong people and communication skills
Ability to work in multiple applications simultaneously
Proficiency in math and measurements
Desired Traits:
Innate Desire to Learn, High Drive, and High Integrity
Strong sense of urgency
Great communication, organization and time management skills
Adaptable, flexible
What’s In It For You?
Team-oriented, high-integrity culture and environment where people are valued and treated with respect
Great Career Growth Potential
Competitive Compensation
- Location:
- Houston
- Category:
- Construction