Demo

Estimator Scheduler

Apex Systems
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026
Job#: 3016144

Job Description:

Cost Estimating

  • Lead the development of comprehensive cost estimates (FEL 1, FEL 2, and detailed estimates) from concept through execution.
  • Analyze project scope, route complexity, terrain, environmental factors, and schedule impacts to produce reliable estimates.
  • Prepare quality take-offs, labor, material, equipment, and other direct cost estimates.
  • Maintain and update cost databases, utilize historical data to improve estimate accuracy.
  • Review vendor and contractor bids for compliance with project scope and financial expectations.
  • Prepare and deliver presentations to communicate project proposals, estimates, and status updates to stakeholders.
  • Identify and analyze factors influencing cost, including direct and indirect cost, and review these findings with upper management to support decision-making.
  • Compile and review engineering reports, ensuring all scope elements are properly included.

Schedule Development & Management

  • Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, OPC and Microsoft Project.
  • Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure alignment of schedules with project scope and deliverables.
  • Analyze schedule impacts, constraints, and risk, to recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Assess progress and quality of project controls work, providing accurate forecasts and completion estimates.
  • Review and validate project schedule estimates for accuracy and feasibility.
  • Knowledge of project controls principles earned value management (EVM) and familiarity with critical path method (CPM).
  • Integration of contractors schedules and assist with time impact analysis related to change orders or scope adjustments.
  • Proficient in use of Excel to develop progress curves and data analytics.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated.

NYSE: ASGN

4400 Cox Road

Suite 200

Glen Allen, Virginia 23060

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Apex Systems.

Salary.com Estimation for Estimator Scheduler in Houston, TX
$71,947 to $91,869
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Estimator Scheduler?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Estimator Scheduler career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$72,650 - $95,062
Income Estimation: 
$97,014 - $129,585
Income Estimation: 
$84,607 - $110,839
Income Estimation: 
$77,882 - $103,228
Income Estimation: 
$96,048 - $128,795
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Apex Systems

  • Apex Systems Kailua, HI
  • Job#: 3010437 Job Description: Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our cli... more
  • 12 Days Ago

  • Apex Systems Tulsa, OK
  • Job#: 3010794 Job Description: If interested in the opportunity below please email a copy of your resume to [email protected] ** Position: Telecom Project ... more
  • 12 Days Ago

  • Apex Systems Stamford, CT
  • Our client, a leading CPG beauty company, is looking for a full-time VP-level Head of Global Creative Services to join their team in Fairfield County, CT. ... more
  • 12 Days Ago

  • Apex Systems Hopkins, MN
  • Job#: 3010997 Job Description: We are looking for a Cloud Compliance Engineer to provide risk management support to line of business by identifying, docume... more
  • 12 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Estimator Scheduler jobs in the Houston, TX area that may be a better fit.

  • PTS Advance Houston, TX
  • Estimator – Major Midstream EPC Projects Location: Houston, TX – Greenway Office (On-site only) Employment Type: Contract to Hire Work Schedule: Full-time,... more
  • 3 Days Ago

  • Tallgrass Houston, TX
  • Primary Purpose JOB DESCRIPTION The Estimator Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing cost estimates and project schedules for ... more
  • 15 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!