Project Estimator

Brindley Engineering Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Brindley Engineering Corporation in Houston, TX is seeking a detail-oriented estimator to develop TIC estimates for small capital projects (typically up to $15 million) and to prepare basis of estimates, coordinating with project teams and clients for review.

You will collaborate with project managers and discipline engineers, with opportunities to expand skills in cost controls, scheduling, and procurement, using strong Excel and scheduling software such as P6 or MS Projects.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher required or preferred.
• Experience: minimum 5 years.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Familiar with scheduling methods and software such as P6 and MS Projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop TIC estimates for small capital projects (typically up to 15 million).
• Develop basis of estimates for small capital projects.
• Coordinate and present directly to Project Team, Project Managers & Client for review.
• Ability to coordinate and organize multiple sources of engineering inputs into a project estimating deliverables.
• Participate in estimate kickoff, internal and external review meetings.
• Interest in developing supplemental project services skillsets (cost controls, scheduling, etc.).

Skills

Excel

Scheduling software

P6

MS Projects

Engineering/Construction background

Education

Associates Degree or higher

Tools

Aspen In-Plant or Capital Cost Estimator

Job description

Job Description

Detail-oriented, reliable, creative team-player who is responsible for working closely with clients, project managers and discipline engineers to develop TIC estimates based on internal FEL packages. Individual interest in developing other project services skill sets such as cost controls, scheduling and procurement.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop TIC estimates for small capital projects (typically up to 15 million)
• Develop basis of estimates for small capital projects
• Coordinate and present directly to Project Team, Project Managers & Client for review
• Ability to coordinate & organize multiple sources of engineering inputs into a project estimating deliverables
• Participate in estimate kickoff, internal and external review meetings
• Interest in developing supplemental project services skillsets (cost controls, scheduling, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associates Degree or higher is preferred
• Experience: Min Yr = 5
• Technical Skills: Aspen In-Plant or Capital Cost Estimator (preferred, but not required) Background in engineering/construction; Strong Microsoft Excel skills; Familiar with scheduling methods and software such as P6, MS Projects
• Management: No management experience required
• Other Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Professional Development Opportunities

• Develop breadth and depth of expertise across a range of projects services disciplines
• Obtain certifications and attend industry conferences through AACE

Individual field assignments typically each have their own unique requirements. Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements. Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met. These unique requirements may include:

• You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).
• You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
• You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.
• You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include but not be limited to a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.
• You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces
• You may be required to adhere to a client’s random drug testing program prior to entering their site.
• You may be required to meet a client’s facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.

Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.

In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• life and disability insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with employer matching
• company-paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• paid time off (PTO)

Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

BE participates in E-Verify. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please go to www.e-verify.gov.