Pipeline Estimating Manager at Strike Spring, Montgomery County, TX

Fairweather, LLC; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Strike, a leading oil and gas infrastructure company, seeks a Pipeline Estimating Manager to lead detailed cost estimates for pipelines, facilities, and integrity projects across West Texas. You will collaborate with management, engineering, procurement, and field operations to deliver accurate models and competitive bids.

You will use H&D, MS Project, Primavera, and Onscreen Takeoff to build robust cost estimates and maintain pricing data, while supporting seamless handovers to operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience estimating pipeline construction or facility projects in oil and gas.
• Strong knowledge of pipeline construction methods, welding, compressors, and tie-ins.
• Experience with RFQs, P&IDs, isometrics, and client specifications.
• Experience with unit rate and lump-sum estimating.
• Prior field experience in pipeline or facility construction is desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete pipeline estimates for oil and gas projects.
• Attend client pre-bid meetings, review RFQs and project scopes.
• Build cost models including direct labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and indirect costs.
• Collaborate with project management and field leadership to validate assumptions.
• Assist in bid strategy development to protect margins.
• Present cost breakdowns and justifications during reviews.
• Maintain cost history data and monitor material pricing for accuracy.
• Support project handover with clear estimate assumptions and resources.

Skills

Pipeline estimating

Cost modeling

Bid strategy

Cross‑functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Hard Dollar

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Onscreen Takeoff

Excel

Job description

Pipeline Estimating Manager job at Strike. Spring, Montgomery County, TX.

Job Description

Job Summary:

At Strike our Pipeline Estimating Manager will play a key role in supporting our West Texas operations where we design, build, and maintain critical oil and gas infrastructure across the region. The Pipeline Estimating Manager is responsible for preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for pipeline, facility, and integrity projects, from concept through execution. This role ensures competitive and profitable bids that reflect Strike’s field expertise, safety standards, and operational excellence. The Estimating Manager works closely with project management, engineering, procurement, and field operations teams to develop comprehensive cost models and proposals that drive our success in the energy infrastructure market.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop Complete Pipeline Estimates: Prepare detailed cost estimates for oil and gas pipeline construction, gathering systems, facility tie-ins, compressor stations, and pipeline integrity work specific to Strike’s West Texas business unit.
• Pre-Bid & Client Interface: Attend client pre-bid meetings, review RFQs, technical drawings, and project scopes. Conduct site visits to evaluate field conditions and gather data impacting project cost and schedule.
• Cost Modeling: Utilize Strike’s approved estimating tools, databases, and historical data to build competitive bids that include direct labor, equipment, materials, subcontractor, and indirect costs.
• Collaboration with Operations: Work closely with West Texas project managers and field leadership to validate assumptions, resource requirements, and production rates reflective of Strike’s actual field capabilities.
• Bid Strategy Development: Assist in developing bid strategies aligned with Strike’s operational strengths and client expectations, ensuring accuracy and margin protection.
• Estimate Review & Presentation: Participate in estimate reviews with leadership, presenting detailed cost breakdowns and justifications.
• Continuous Improvement: Maintain and update Strike’s cost history database, productivity metrics, and material pricing for ongoing accuracy.
• Project Handover: Support project transitions by communicating estimate assumptions, resource allocations, and scope details to operations teams.
• Market Knowledge: Stay informed of regional market conditions, competitor pricing, and West Texas labor and material trends.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5+ years of experience estimating pipeline construction or facility projects within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of pipeline construction methods, welding and manufacturing, compressor/pump stations, and facility tie-ins.
• Experience with Hard Dollar, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Onscreen Takeoff, Excel.

• Proven track record preparing estimates from RFQs, P&IDs, isometrics, and client specifications.
• Experience with unit rate and lump-sum estimating.
• Prior field experience in pipeline or facility construction is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Proven ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with clients, engineers, and field personnel.
• High degree of professionalism and accountability with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to Strike’s core values: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Based primarily in an office setting, with regular travel to project sites across West Texas and surrounding regions.
• Must be able to walk job sites, climb over pipeline right-of-way, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Standard business hours Monday through Friday; extended hours as project demands require.

Why Strike-

Strike is a leading provider of pipeline and facilities construction, maintenance, and integrity services across the United States. In West Texas, we are proud to support the energy industry’s growth by safely delivering quality infrastructure solutions. Join a team where your estimating expertise directly contributes to shaping the future of our operations and our clients’ success.