Estimator III

Zachry Group•San Antonio, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Zachry Group is currently looking for an experienced Piping Estimator III to join our team. Position Summary: Zachry Group is looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional for their Piping Estimator III role. This position requires a strong blend of analytical, communication, and organizational skills to develop accurate project estimates. The ability to analyze project plans, specifications, and historical data is crucial, as is the capacity to work well with others and continuously improve.

Requirements

Ability to compile material and labor take-offs and solicit/evaluate pricing from vendors and suppliers.
Understands estimate types (Lump Sum, T&M, Fixed Fee, Budgetary, Unit Rates, Unit Price).
Ability to interact with customers, vendors and inter-company personnel on a professional level.
Ability to work in a group environment and willingness to share knowledge and learn from others.
Can manage multiple tasks, projects and priorities in a logical, methodical manner.
Strong knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Excel/Word.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
The ability and willingness to work under tight time restraints.
Strong written and verbal communications skills.
Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
The ability to travel for bid meetings and site visits (normally 1 to 2 days).
High School or equivalent education + field experience
Willingness to work in an office environment on a 40-hour per week work schedule.
Performs own work and aids others as directed.

Nice To Haves

Current or Former Zachry employee
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or construction related science
Passed the Engineering in Training (EIT) exam or Professional Engineer
5 - 10 years of experience working in the Industrial Construction or Maintenance industry as a craft worker. (Piping or millwright related)
Strong communications skills, specifically in reading/writing as it relates to Estimating.

Responsibilities

Competently performs all aspects of developing a preliminary or definitive estimate for pipe fabrication and installation utilizing company owned software/spreadsheets.
Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Prepare detailed material take-offs, perform historical trend analysis and validate bills of quantities.
Recommends and incorporates labor production and material cost decisions into the estimate.
Review estimates for accuracy and inclusion of all deliverables.
Revises estimates when scope of project changes or other new information becomes available.
Participate in cost/pricing reviews with executive leadership as required.
Uses various systems and software, including In-Eight estimate and various Microsoft Products to analyze data and prepare estimate recommendations.
Attend bid meetings and site visits to derive a scope of work, deliverables, etc. as required.
Performs other responsible duties as required to support new project development and support of ongoing jobs.
Perform other duties as assigned.