WHC Energy Services- Senior Estimator (The Woodlands, TX)

ROLE
WHC LLC (A Surerus Murphy Company) (WHC), is seeking to recruit a Sr. Estimator. The Facilities Senior Estimator is responsible for leading the development of accurate, competitive, and timely cost estimates for facilities-related projects within the energy sector. This role plays a critical part in supporting preconstruction strategy, bid execution, and project handoff, while ensuring alignment with WHC Energy Services’ operational standards, safety culture, and financial objectives. The Senior Estimator serves as a subject matter expert, mentor to junior estimators, and key partner to operations, procurement, and project management teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Estimating & Preconstruction

Lead preparation of detailed conceptual, budgetary, and final estimates for facilities projects (e.g., terminals, compressor stations, plants, and related infrastructure).
Review project plans, specifications, and contract documents to identify scope requirements, risks, and opportunities.
Develop and validate quantity takeoffs, labor productivity assumptions, equipment needs, and material pricing.
Ensure estimates incorporate WHC historical data, market conditions, subcontractor input, and risk contingencies.
Prepare bid summaries, value engineering options, and alternate pricing as required.
Participate in bid review meetings and present estimate assumptions to leadership.

Vendor & Subcontractor Management

Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
Coordinate with Procurement to ensure alignment with approved vendors and sourcing strategies.
Analyze subcontractor scope gaps and overlaps to mitigate risk prior to bid submission.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Operations, Construction Management, Project Controls, and Safety teams during preconstruction.
Support project handoff meetings to ensure estimate integrity and scope clarity.
Provide estimating support for change orders, claims, and cost forecasts as needed.

Leadership & Mentorship

Serve as a technical resource and mentor for Estimators and Junior Estimators.
Support development and continuous improvement of estimating tools, templates, and procedures.
Promote consistency, accuracy, and best practices across all facilities estimates.

Risk, Compliance & Reporting

Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies during the estimating phase.
Ensure compliance with contract requirements, company policies, and industry standards.
Maintain organized estimate documentation for audit, review, and post-project analysis.

Note: In addition to these duties personnel are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required in order to support the objectives of the company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience

8+ years of estimating experience in facilities, industrial, or energy construction

Skills and Knowledge

Strong understanding of facilities construction methods, materials, and cost drivers.
Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Hard Dollar, Sage Estimating, Heavy Bid, or similar).
Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
Proven ability to lead complex estimates and meet aggressive bid deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is based in The Woodlands, TX office. Travel to project sites is required.

This position is field based and often works within remote project locations. Travel and/or living in temporary accommodation is required. Able to work 6 days on, 1 day off shift with 10-hour shifts for the duration of project.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Sr. Estimator reports to the Estimating Manager.

We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Department: Facilities
This is a non-management position
This is a permanent position

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* Do you have experience working in the Construction industry? * How many years of experience do you have working in a similar position? * What are your salary expectation for this position? * Please provide the City, Town, Village, or Hamlet of your residence: * Have you ever worked for Surerus Murphy Joint Venture, Surerus Pipeline Inc., or WHC Energy Services in the past? * How did you hear about this position? * Are you fluent in Spanish? * The role follows a 6-day on, 1-day off schedule, with 10-hour shifts throughout the project's duration. Are you able to work this schedule? * Do you hold a degree in Engineering? * If yes, please specify your engineering discipline. (e.g., civil, mechanical, electrical) If no, please enter N/A. * Do you have prior experience working at remote project sites? * Are you willing to work full time at a remote project site?