Estimator

ORION • Lewisville, TX

17d

About The Position

The Estimator prepares estimates, takeoffs, and the information required for project proposals, working closely with project teams to support successful bid proposals and awards for marine construction projects. The position supports Orion's core values of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Teamwork, and Integrity.

The Estimator investigates potential project sites with the job sponsor, develops bid-item listings and quantity surveys, solicits and collects supplier and subcontractor quotations, and enters quote and survey information into the project management information system. The position organizes estimates and supporting materials for pre-bid review, leads discussions of bid items, helps analyze bid documents for risk, cost, and company capability, and prepares bid documents in worksheet form. The Estimator also helps establish construction labor sequencing and productivity, oversees preparation of man-hours and unit production, maintains vendor files, and coordinates timely, compliant quotations.

The role participates in safety and environmental initiatives, follows applicable laws and company procedures, and is responsible for personal and workplace safety. It may also involve related administrative and technical duties assigned by immediate supervision. The incumbent must maintain the confidentiality of company information.

Requirements

• At least five years of estimating experience in concrete construction or a related industry.
• Ability to travel to potential project areas.
• Must maintain a current passport.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
• Ability to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate.
• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately during emergencies, and to evacuate the work area in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with project estimating, concrete construction materials, procurement, construction estimating, scheduling, project tracking software, cost control, project standards, and safety and environmental compliance.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Work as a key member of project management teams to support the bid estimation process for marine construction projects.
• Investigate potential project sites with the job sponsor.
• Prepare bid-item listings for review by the Project Management Team.
• Perform quantity surveys as a basis for cost estimates and pricing.
• Contact material suppliers and subcontractors to solicit quotations for project bid items.
• Collect quotations and enter quote and survey information into the project management information system.
• Organize estimates, quotations, notes, plans, and other relevant data for final pre-bid review, and lead discussion of individual bid items.
• Assist with reviewing and analyzing bid documents for project risk, cost, and company capability.
• Prepare bid documents and arrange them in worksheet form.
• Assist in establishing construction labor sequencing and productivity requirements.
• Supervise preparation of man-hours and unit production for project items.
• Maintain and update vendor files for construction materials and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to obtain timely quotations that comply with bid forms and plan specifications.
• Participate in safety and environmental initiatives supporting regulatory compliance and improvements to company programs.
• Observe applicable laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures; report violations promptly.
• Promote personal and workplace safety, including stopping work when unsafe conditions are anticipated or observed.
• Perform other related administrative and technical duties as assigned by immediate supervision.
• Maintain confidentiality of company confidential, proprietary, and trade secret information.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including prescription drugs
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, holidays, jury duty, and bereavement leave
• Pre-tax health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Career growth and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed