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Chief Estimator – Underground Site Utilities

Job Overview

• Company: Bear Creek Construction, Ltd.
• Salary/Pay Rate: $90,000 - $140,000 per year (Salary, plus Annual Bonus)
• Location: Irving, TX
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial Underground Wet Utilities (Storm, Water, Sewer, Fireline)
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will play a pivotal role in driving preconstruction success by leading commercial wet utility estimating across the DFW Metroplex. Joining a financially secure, debt-free team with 26 years of stability, you will directly influence our project pipeline using state-of-the-art industry software. This position offers long-term career growth, high-level independence, and a friendly, informal office environment complete with four-legged coworkers.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Prepare precise commercial estimates for storm, water, and sewer utility projects using specialized bidding platforms.
• Analyze civil blueprints, project specifications, and scope requirements to build competitive, highly accurate project bids.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and utility plan reviews using tools such as PlanSwift and HCSS Heavy Bid.
• Collaborate with general contractors, project owners, and internal operations to ensure clear communication throughout the bidding process.
• Partner with accounting and purchasing departments to prepare detailed project budgets and secure competitive pre-bid material quotes.
• Facilitate seamless preconstruction planning and handoffs to the project management team upon award.
• Process, track, and maintain accurate documentation for project change orders and official project correspondence.
• Work with and help develop the estimating team that currently includes an estimator and an estimator coordinator.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial wet utility estimating, specifically focused on commercial storm, water, and sewer systems.
• Proven track record of independently facilitating the complete bidding process for commercial wet utility projects.
• Demonstrated ability to read and analyze complex civil blueprints, technical specifications, and site development plans.
• Proficiency and hands-on experience using specialized estimating software including PlanSwift, Microsoft Project and HCSS Heavy Bid as well as IsqFt, BuildingConnected, Procore, or SmartBid and standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of HCSS Heavy Bid extending to the ability to build, update and analyze the estimating data base.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build professional relationships with general contractors, clients, and internal teams.

Additional Qualifications

• Preferred - Active Responsible Managing Employee – Underground (RME-U) or Responsible Master Plumber (RMP) license
• Professional bilingual communication skills a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary between $90,000 and $140,000 plus performance-based Annual Bonus opportunities.
• Bi-weekly pay cycle and Referral Bonus Program.
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Life and Disability Insurance options.
• Generous Paid Time Off covering holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Provided tech package including a smartphone or tablet.
• Ongoing company-paid training and certifications.
• Friendly, dog-friendly office setting with real opportunities for career advancement.

About Us

Founded in 1999, Bear Creek Construction, Ltd. is a premier North Texas underground utility contractor specializing in commercial and public works infrastructure projects across the DFW Metroplex. We take pride in being a financially secure, debt-free company offering a stable, supportive environment where team members can thrive for the long term.

Bear Creek Construction, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.