MIG Estimator

Maddox Industrial Group (MIG); Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free HSA health plan

401(k) with company match

Dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Gym discounts

Job summary

Maddox Industrial Group (MIG) in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an Estimator to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for cryogenic and mechanical projects. You will analyze blueprints, specs, and bid documents, prepare action plans, and coordinate with project teams through RFQ/RFI processes.

The role requires 3–5+ years of construction estimating experience, proficiency with MS Office, CAD, and Acrobat, and the ability to produce accurate takeoffs and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years’ experience as Construction Estimator.
• Ability to read and understand general construction plans and drawings.
• Experience with MS Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with PDF review/editing software (Acrobat).
• Ability to use CAD software with 3D modeling; create drawings for shop use.

Responsibilities

• Live by safety culture and pursue our goal of zero accidents.
• Interfaces with project management and customers during RFQ/RFI processes.
• Receives and preps bid packages including printing, filing, organizing, and storing.
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, and other documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates; prepare action plans including manpower, equipment, schedule, and submittals.
• Perform accurate material quantity takeoffs and obtain vendor pricing.
• Review bid documents, assess project risks, and prepare bid packages.
• Ensure accuracy of estimating spreadsheets including labor hours, rates, allocations, materials, and buyout services.
• Manage delivery and installation on projects when required.
• Generate project schedules, preferably MS Project.
• Manage customer expectations through communication of capabilities, lead times, and quotes.
• Strategically evaluate with senior management and project managers profit margins, risks, and fit.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Estimating

Plan reading

Tools

MS Windows

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Acrobat

CAD (3D modeling)

Job description

Estimator

Job Title: Estimator

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Company Overview: Maddox provides specialized cryogenic and mechanical services for air separation/cryogenic systems, industrial process piping, fabrication, installation, construction, maintenance, confined space rescue for air separation, wastewater/water treatment, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemical, and other process industries. MIG is a part of the TransTech family of businesses. TransTech is a leading provider of engineered equipment and solutions for processing, storing, distributing, and utilizing a wide variety of liquids and gases in the energy, renewables, chemical, and industrial end markets. TransTech designs and manufactures ASME pressure vessels, API storage tanks, TEMA heat exchangers, packaged process equipment, reactors, distillation columns, and other custom designed applications. Our design, construction, and field service capabilities include gas processing, storage, and utilization projects in energy, power, industrial, and biogas markets. TransTech has facilities in North Carolina, Texas, Ohio, Oregon, Indiana, and Montana, and field teams supporting North and South America. With a strong company culture built on a family atmosphere, we define success by how we impact the lives of the people around us.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Live by our safety culture always, pursing our goal of zero accidents.
• Works with and reports to the project management team and communicates directly with customers throughout the RFQ and RFI process.
• Receives and preps bid packages including printing, filing, organizing, and storing.
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, and other documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for customers. Prepare clear, complete, and accurate plan of action for the specific project. Including manpower allocation, equipment needed, schedule a value and all submittals.
• Perform accurate material quantity takeoffs and send out to vendors for material pricing.
• Review and understand all bid documents, assess project risks, and prepare bid packages.
• Ensure accuracy of all components of estimating spreadsheets including labor hours, labor rates, internal cost allocations, assumption, material, transportation, and all buyout services.
• Manage delivery (and installation, if required) on projects.
• Ability to generate project scheduled preferably MS projects.
• Manage customer expectations through communication of capabilities, capacities, lead times, and quotes.
• Strategically evaluate with senior management and project managers profit margin potential, project risks, project fit, and competitive environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Prefer 3-5+ years’ experience as Construction Estimator
• Ability to read and understand general construction plans and drawings.
• Experience with MS Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with PDF review / editing software (Acrobat).
• Ability to use CAD software with 3D modeling preferred. Ability to take structural concepts and create drawings for shop use required.
• Demonstrated initiative, conflict resolution, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits Designed To Work For You

• Free HSA health plan or traditional PPO
• 401(k) with generous company match (Safe Harbor)
• Dental, vision, and optional coverage like accident & critical illness insurance
• HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare costs
• Company-paid Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance
• Confidential support for mental health, family matters, legal concerns, and more through our Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on gyms, shopping & entertainment
• Health benefits kick in fast – first of the month after 30 days

Time Off

We offer a variety of paid time off options to support rest, wellness, and personal needs:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave

Job Type:

Full-time

This organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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