Senior Mechanical Estimator, Piping

Responsibilities

• Responsible for oversight and preparation of lump sum, unit rate and cost plus estimates ranging from simple cost analysis to definitive estimates in support of proposals, project controls and project change orders
• Assists in the pre-construction activities and coordinates estimating efforts across multiple disciplines
• Prepares cost estimates on proposals, projects and studies and ensures that the content of the estimate is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the estimate or project plan
• Plan, coordinate, review, verify and analyze all aspects of estimates and estimate presentation
• Responsible for directing, training and developing subordinates
• Helps in the maintenance of the Company estimating database
• Coordinate and review the variable estimating factors in each area with Engineering Operations, Procurement and Construction
• Provides technical advice and assistance to the Project Manager in the preparation of all levels of estimates ranging in scope and complexity from a simple factored or curve type analysis estimate to an extremely complex multi-billion dollar lump sum bid
• Appraises overall accuracy of estimates and recommends contingencies for estimates such as Lump Sum bids, Defined Estimates and Interim Control Estimates
• Ensures the orderly flow of project assignments through his area in keeping with schedules and within manpower budgets
• May assist Estimating leadership with an independent assessment of an estimate’s accuracy (upon completion of the estimate and summarization of all detailed man-hours, material, construction and home office costs)
• Recommends detailed estimating procedures and techniques to be utilized in the development of the estimate
• Assists in planning and development of the necessary formal training programs to maintain and improve estimating techniques, procedures and capabilities for both new and experienced personnel

Requirements

• BS or MS graduate in Construction Management or related field is preferred
• Field experience (2+ yrs)
• Project experience (2+ yrs)
• Cost control and scheduling exposure is a plus
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including estimating experience

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in cost estimation, project controls, and pre-construction activities, with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness of estimates. Capable of directing and training teams while maintaining effective communication across multiple disciplines.