Civil Estimator

Turner Industries; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Industries is seeking a Civil Estimator for work in Beaumont, TX area. The role includes analyzing drawings and specs, preparing estimates and proposals, and performing field walks at client sites. TWIC card is required, and strong communication with clients is essential.

Expect to manage bid packages, assist in scheduling and risk analysis, and work independently or with a team across multiple projects. Salary is negotiated based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years experience in civil estimating in refining, petrochemical and/or LNG.
• Read client drawings, perform material and labor takeoffs and generate estimates.
• Strong in proposal development and client communication.
• Field walks at client job sites; TWIC card required.
• Safety procedures and policy adherence; work independently or with a team.

Responsibilities

• Work the full bid life cycle from invitation to proposal submission and post-submittal support.
• Interpret specifications/drawings to determine scope and contents of estimates.
• Prepare estimates by performing quantity takeoffs from drawings or bid packages.
• Assemble bid packages for vendors/subcontractors and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Assist with schedule, risk analysis, and post-award activities as needed.

Skills

Civil estimating

Proposal development

Reading drawings

Quantity takeoffs

Client communication

Google Workspace

Job description

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.

Turner Industries Group is looking to hire a Civil Estimator for work in Beaumont, TX area. The Civil Estimator is responsible for the preparation of cost estimates and proposals. Will be required to provide analysis of drawings, specifications, and other documentation to produce estimates for projects or services. Non-exempt role; Reports to Regional VP; Establishes procedures for specific goals in a broad area of work / only results are reviewed / develops procedures within limits of policy and guidelines.

Essential Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in civil estimating with experience in the refining, petrochemical, and/or LNG industry
• Ability to read client drawings, perform material and labor takeoffs and generate estimates
• Highly skilled in proposal development and client communication.
• Ability to perform field walks at client job sites.
• TWIC Card, required.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills, along with a strong attention to detail
• Proficient in the use of Google Workspace
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team to complete estimates and proposals on multiple projects
• Post offer drug / alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the company Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy
• Comply with company and client job site safety requirements
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Functional Requirements

Work the entire life cycle of a bid, from invitation to proposal submission, along with post-submittal support/clarification when required; coordinate total estimating effort relevant to a particular bid/project as assigned; ability to interpret specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate; prepare estimates by performing quantity takeoffs from drawings or quantities provided in a bid package for the scope of work; prepare bid packages for vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors; assist in schedule preparation and analysis, execution plan development, and risk analysis; maintain files of working documents as back‑up for estimates; ensure estimates are complete, well organized, and ready for management review; interface with owner, A/E, and other contractors to provide engineering and cost data regarding project feasibility; assist the project team on awarded contracts as assigned - may include estimating extra work items, change orders, credits, etc.; perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction

Compensation

Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program.

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer.

All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

Keywords: estimator, estimating, proposals, estimating coordinator, proposal coordinator, bid packages, client propopsals, large project estimates, senior estimator, complex projects, project plans, material take-offs, labor management, scheduling; proposal submittal; estimating turnover process; construction estimating; construction estimator

Salary: $40 - $45 per hour