Senior Estimator - Pipeline Natural Gas

Kokosing Industrial•Wooster, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Integrity Kokosing Pipeline Services LLC (IKPS) is seeking a Senior Estimator to develop accurate, detailed, and competitive cost estimates for natural gas pipeline maintenance, rehabilitation, and integrity management projects. The role leads or coordinates the estimating process, including reviewing specifications, drawings, and proposals; performing quantity takeoffs; and analyzing project documentation for alignment with company standards and client requirements. The Senior Estimator works closely with project teams to support project planning, execution, and management. The position is based at the Fredericktown office, where regular on-site presence is required. Regular or extensive travel within the project region is also required. The territory is centered around Fredericktown/Columbus, Ohio, and extends into Indiana, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Some overnight stays are expected, with hotel accommodations paid by the company. Some bid meetings may involve walking long distances on rights of way and traversing steep slopes.

Requirements

3–5 years of estimating experience on pipeline or facility projects related to natural gas infrastructure, or on heavy civil projects such as highway, bridge, retaining wall, utility, sitework, airport, or rail infrastructure.
Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to estimate multiple projects at the same time and manage time effectively.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Strong work ethic and commitment to completing tasks to a high-quality standard.
Self-starter able to work independently for extended periods.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
Some travel and long hours may be required from time to time.
Ability to walk long distances on rights of way and up and down steep slopes for some bid meetings.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management.
Experience with HCSS Heavy Bid estimating software.
Experience with Autodesk and Workday.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and HCSS.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the total estimating effort for assigned bids and projects.
Review proposal specifications and drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, and determine the project scope and required estimate contents.
Prepare project bid schedules using Oracle Primavera (P6).
Review historical data, including productivity analysis reports, and incorporate it into unit and labor-hour figures.
Set up and enter bid items, crews, production rates, material requirements, and subcontractor pricing into HCSS Heavy Bid.
Consult with clients, vendors, and other individuals to develop estimates and resolve issues.
Work with company team members, owners, and subcontractors to reach commitment and consensus on proposed bids.
Identify cost-saving opportunities, constructability issues, and potential risks during estimating.
Obtain knowledge of project requirements and applicable construction regulations.
Review work assigned to subcontractors.
Conduct bid reviews with Operations and review final estimates with upper management.
Monitor client changes and advise the estimating team of scope changes during the estimate period.
Prepare handoff materials for transferring awarded projects to the Operations team.
Organize bids into appropriate phase codes and import or upload phase codes, costs, and bid items into Viewpoint as the original budget.
Follow awarded contracts as assigned, including estimating extra work items, change orders, and credits.
Advise on major changes in scope of work.
Maintain supporting estimate files and accurate, current supplier and subcontractor pricing information.
Search for and analyze effective construction means and methods.
Apply a best-value approach to winning new work.
Prepare bids, select vendors or subcontractors, and assess project cost effectiveness.
Set a productive, consistent, and acceptable work example.
Guide and mentor junior estimators and support staff.
Lead or participate in internal estimating reviews and risk assessment meetings.
Promote collaboration, accuracy, and integrity throughout the estimating process.