Job Title: Chief Structural Mechanical Estimator
Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: Loenbro Industrial Construction
Location: Dallas, TX
Reports to: Preconstruction
Employment Type: Full Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt
About Loenbro
Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.
At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.
Job Summary
The Chief Estimator will be responsible for providing full estimating and proposal preparation for all types of industrial facilities, including both new construction and maintenance, for projects up to $20M in value. Estimates will cover all types of contracts and include civil, structural, and mechanical work in energy, mining, power, manufacturing, pulp/paper, agricultural, pharma, and other industries which Loenbro serves.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Coordinate attendance to bid meetings and walk throughs at various client locations to determine project scope, complexities, accessibilities, and required content of proposal.
- Review instructions and proposal specifications, drawings, technical data necessary to provide a complete proposal for the customer.
- Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, previous proposals, job reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures for cost and production-based estimates.
- Prepare full-scope estimates on small, medium, and large-scale projects, in a timely and accurate manner.
- Provide a project/estimate turnover and technical support for projects as needed to ensure effective project implementation.
- Review Field Change Orders for assigned projects and provide estimates if necessary.
- Ensure all documentation is maintained to support estimate figures.
- Work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other management staff, as needed, in the preparation and final evaluation of bids.
- Secure best possible material and subcontracting costs by evaluating multiple quotes and proposals.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required or assigned by Preconstruction Manager.
- Tracking of RFP submissions from receipt to submission to client feedback
- Tracking of win/loss rate (evaluated by both number of estimates and dollar value of estimates)
- Development of historical cost and production database, activity code book, and standardized cost codes
- Delegate/assist project managers with various estimates and RFP responses.
- Constantly evaluate the proposal and RFP response process to look for efficiencies and improvements that can be implemented.
- As needed with revenue growth, build a team to support the estimating process
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- 5+ years heavy industrial/process facility experience in cost estimating and cost control in the civil, structural, mechanical, or piping fields.
- Strong knowledge of estimating techniques, engineering disciplines, and cost control techniques.
- Ability to estimate all types and sizes of projects.
- Ability to prepare complex proposals with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of the industries in which Loenbro operates.
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and good organizational skills.
- Experience with HCSS Heavy Job or similar job costing program.
- Experience with P6 or similar scheduling software.
- Experience with Viewpoint or similar account software.
- Experience with Heavy Bid or similar estimating software.
- Proficient with all Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to work on multiple projects at one time.
- Must be able to manage occasional heavy workloads and quick turnaround times on estimates.
- Periodic travel to job sites may be required.
- Completion of OSHA or equivalent safety training.
- Driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Potential Hazards:
- Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures
- Exposure to manufacturing, pipeline, and refining environment
- Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels
- Limited working surfaces
- Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors
- Exposure to areas with limited visibility
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights)
- Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time on a monthly basis for required tasks
- Potential or Periodic amounts of time for the following:
- Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day
- Standing
- Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel
- Use of respirator if position requires
- Driving if required to travel
- If driving is required, valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.
This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.
Benefits
Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.
Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you’re ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:
- Living with Integrity
- Exceeding Expectations
- Acting with Urgency
- Delivering Excellence
…we want to hear from you.
Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This job will remain open until filled.
