ABOUT US
Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Annual bonus program
- Paid time off
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k)-retirement plan
- Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Engineer to join our Preconstruction team in our regional office in Dallas, TX. This is a full-time, in-person position.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and understand construction design documents and specifications.
- Perform construction cost estimates and quantity surveys for various scopes of work.
- Manage cost and design issues throughout project phases.
- Coordinate and manage trades, with exposure to BIM processes.
- Oversee all purchasing required to support projects, including scope coordination, proposal evaluation, trade negotiations, and contracting.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related construction/engineering field.
- 4-6 years of experience in construction management, preconstruction, or estimating.
- Outstanding communication and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and scheduling software.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Willingness to relocate.
Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).
Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related construction or engineering field
- 4-6 years of experience in construction management, preconstruction, or estimating
- Outstanding communication skills
- Strong time management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Proficiency in scheduling software
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Willingness to relocate
- Successful substance abuse testing
- Successful background screening
Holder Construction Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Holder Construction and has not been reviewed or approved by Holder Construction.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual performance bonuses and merit increases are emphasized as meaningful parts of total compensation, with additional travel or shift differentials for eligible roles. These incentives are portrayed as rewarding and a notable highlight for field supervision and project management positions.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance options are offered, including telemedicine and coverage for employees’ families. The breadth of insurance choices is consistently presented as a strong element of the package.
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Retirement Support — A company-sponsored 401(k) with a discretionary match is included, alongside financial-planning resources. Retirement benefits are positioned as a core component of the overall offering.
Holder Construction Insights
What We Do
Holder Construction is a leading national commercial construction company founded in 1960. Consistently ranking among the nation's top 20 contractors, they focus on strong relationships and high-quality buildings for Fortune 500 clients across 38 states, specializing in corporate offices, data centers, airports, and higher education facilities.
