Estimator (Senior Levels)

ESRhealthcare and EXEC STAFF RECRUITERS•Lakeland, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY Must be able to prepare estimates, with minimal supervision, for projects ranging from small to large in industrial construction environments, including power plants, chemical plants, and utilities. As an Estimator , this position will handle all functions of the estimating process from receipt of the RFQ through job walk-downs, resource planning, and development of a complete estimate for management review. The role requires site visits, job walk-downs, regional travel across the Southeast, and may require overtime based on workload and bid schedules. Strong working knowledge of industrial construction trades—including pipefitting, ironwork, millwright, and boilermaker work—is required. Must have previous experience in estimating Industrial Projects. TYPICAL DUTIES Attend site walk-throughs of RFQs and proposals to determine execution strategies Perform job walk-downs in active industrial facilities Work in conjunction with Field Operations to determine labor availability and resource constraints Interpret and decipher drawings to determine scope of work and execution approach Work directly with customers to ensure a clear understanding of project requirements Thoroughly prepare estimates accounting for all project components, including: – Labor – Equipment – Materials – Take-offs – Taxes Develop estimates with a strong focus on pipefitting, ironwork, millwright, and boilermaker scopes Identify suppliers and subcontractors based on quality, safety, pricing, and delivery Organize and lead bid reviews with Upper Management for assigned projects Participate in handover / transition meetings with Project Management Maintain files of working documents and quotations supporting estimate development Assist with awarded contracts as required, including budget creation and change order estimating Work with team members to assist with other estimates as needed Perform additional assignments per supervisors direction Must be able to work extended hours with minimal notice to meet workload demands Must operate in a team environment centered on a strong culture of safety

Requirements

Experience in industrial construction environments such as power plants, chemical plants, or utilities
Strong working knowledge of pipefitting, ironwork, millwright, or boilermaker trades
Four-year construction, engineering, or related degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Senior level candidates will be considered based on experience
Advanced knowledge of estimating techniques related to industrial construction
Ability to calculate quantities including weight, length, area, and volume using basic geometry
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and customer documents
Knowledge of estimating standards and construction discipline practices
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to work extended hours
Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods
Occasional climbing, bending, stooping, reaching, and crouching
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Frequent driving of motor vehicles

Responsibilities

Attend site walk-throughs of RFQs and proposals to determine execution strategies
Perform job walk-downs in active industrial facilities
Work in conjunction with Field Operations to determine labor availability and resource constraints
Interpret and decipher drawings to determine scope of work and execution approach
Work directly with customers to ensure a clear understanding of project requirements
Thoroughly prepare estimates accounting for all project components, including: – Labor – Equipment – Materials – Take-offs – Taxes
Develop estimates with a strong focus on pipefitting, ironwork, millwright, and boilermaker scopes
Identify suppliers and subcontractors based on quality, safety, pricing, and delivery
Organize and lead bid reviews with Upper Management for assigned projects
Participate in handover / transition meetings with Project Management
Maintain files of working documents and quotations supporting estimate development
Assist with awarded contracts as required, including budget creation and change order estimating
Work with team members to assist with other estimates as needed
Perform additional assignments per supervisors direction
Must be able to work extended hours with minimal notice to meet workload demands
Must operate in a team environment centered on a strong culture of safety