What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Estimator position at GrayWolf?
Job Title: Senior Estimator
Department: Estimating
Location: Alpharetta, GA or Humble, TX
Status: Regular Full-Time Position – Exempt/Salary
About Us:
Graywolf is a national leader in industrial construction, specializing in full-scope installation services including piping, boilermaker, steel erection, millwright, and more. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality results with safety, precision, and integrity.
Position Value Proposition:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Estimator to lead the preparation of accurate, detailed cost estimates for both small and complex multi-discipline projects. This individual will play a key role in developing pricing strategies, identifying project risks, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support successful bids and project execution.
Core Responsibilities:
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent industry experience will be considered.
Physical/Site Requirements:
Department: Estimating
Location: Alpharetta, GA or Humble, TX
Status: Regular Full-Time Position – Exempt/Salary
About Us:
Graywolf is a national leader in industrial construction, specializing in full-scope installation services including piping, boilermaker, steel erection, millwright, and more. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality results with safety, precision, and integrity.
Position Value Proposition:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Estimator to lead the preparation of accurate, detailed cost estimates for both small and complex multi-discipline projects. This individual will play a key role in developing pricing strategies, identifying project risks, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support successful bids and project execution.
Core Responsibilities:
- Analyze blueprints, specifications, and bid documents to prepare detailed estimates for industrial construction projects.
- Lead estimating efforts across multiple trades and disciplines, collaborating closely with internal teams.
- Prepare complete and competitive estimates, including labor, materials, equipment (crane costs, buyouts), and subcontractor quotes.
- Develop and write proposal documents outlining project scope, assumptions, pricing, and schedules.
- Present estimates and proposals to leadership and support sales in communicating pricing and project strategy to clients.
- Assess project risks and provide insight on potential cost impacts or scope gaps.
- Utilize company estimating tools and databases to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Assist with pricing for change orders on existing contracts and provide ongoing cost updates.
- Ensure estimating practices are in compliance with company guidelines and contribute to process improvement.
- Support preconstruction planning and client engagement as needed.
- Minimum of 10 years of estimating experience in industrial construction with demonstrated success on complex projects.
- Prior supervisory or lead estimator experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to interpret detailed drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry estimating software.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent industry experience will be considered.
Physical/Site Requirements:
- Ability to travel to job sites for site reviews or client meetings.
- Must be able to navigate active construction environments as needed.