Concrete Estimator

Concrete Estimator – Commercial Construction (Dallas, TX)

Location: Dallas, TX (On-site, Full-Time)

Compensation: Up to $130,000 (DOE)

Benefits: Health insurance (partially company-paid), 401(k) with up to 4% match

Start Date: Immediate need due to company growth

A growing Dallas-based commercial construction contractor is seeking an experienced Concrete Estimator to join its preconstruction team. This role is best suited for someone with a strong background in concrete subcontracting who understands both field operations and estimating.

The company self-performs and manages a wide range of concrete scopes across commercial, retail, and industrial projects and is expanding its estimating capacity to support increased project volume.

Project Types

• Commercial concrete construction
• Retail and Commercial site flatwork
• Tilt-up concrete structures
• Structural and foundation packages

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for concrete scopes of work
• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings and specifications
• Analyze subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Review project documents to ensure accurate scope coverage
• Collaborate with project management and field operations teams
• Support bid strategy, pricing development, and value engineering
• Maintain and update historical cost data for future estimating accuracy
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and occasional site visits

Required Experience

• 5 years of experience in concrete construction
• Background with a concrete subcontractor or self-performing contractor strongly preferred
• Experience in estimating, project management, or project engineering
• Strong knowledge of commercial concrete, flatwork, and tilt-up systems
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Understanding of production rates, sequencing, and field operations
• Proficiency with estimating tools and Excel

Preferred Background

• Field experience as a foreman, superintendent, estimator, or project manager
• Experience on commercial, retail, or industrial concrete projects
• Strong understanding of subcontractor pricing and trade coordination
• Familiarity with fast-paced or design-build environments

Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for a hands-on concrete professional who has transitioned into estimating or project management and wants to stay close to the field while driving preconstruction strategy. The right person will be comfortable working in a growing organization where speed, accuracy, and practical construction knowledge are highly valued.

Apply above or drop me an email at erin@allegiance-construction.com 📩