Energy Construction Estimator - Pipelines & Facilities

Primoris Services Corporation; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Job summary

Primoris Energy Services is seeking an Estimator to calculate costs for energy construction projects in Texas. You will prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates, supported by blueprints, specs, and proposals.

Collaborate with engineers and project managers to define scope, evaluate bids, and manage cost data. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in HCSS HeavyBid and B2W are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in construction estimating, preferably energy/oil & gas.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, specs, and documents.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in estimating software (HCSS HeavyBid, B2W) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for energy construction projects (pipelines, facilities, infrastructure).
• Analyze blueprints, specs, proposals to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Collaborate with engineers, PMs, and stakeholders on requirements and scope.
• Solicit and evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers; negotiate terms.
• Identify risks and opportunities related to project costs.
• Maintain cost databases and historical project data.
• Participate in proposal development and client presentations.
• Communicate estimate details and assumptions with internal/external teams.
• Stay informed on industry trends, material costs, and methods.
• Utilize estimating software to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Read blueprints

Analytical thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's in CM/Engineering

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

B2W Estimate

Excel

Job description

Primoris Energy Services is seeking an Estimator to calculate costs for energy construction projects in Texas. You will prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates, supported by blueprints, specs, and proposals.

Collaborate with engineers and project managers to define scope, evaluate bids, and manage cost data. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in HCSS HeavyBid and B2W are required.