Proposal & Bid Estimator — Engineered‑to‑Order Pipe Systems

Thompson Pipe - USA; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(k) with match

Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Job summary

Thompson Pipe Group in Texas seeks a Proposal & Bid Estimator to translate complex drawings and specs into data-driven, competitive offers. You will assemble estimates for steel pipe, concrete pressure pipe, fittings, and special products, grounding costs in design and fabrication realities.

Collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales and Operations, you will identify missing scope, risks, and opportunities for value engineering, ensuring bids reflect buildable, manufacturable solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years estimating experience in pressure pipe or engineered manufacturing.
• Experience with cost drivers and risk assessment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble end-to-end estimates for pipes, fittings, and accessories.
• Analyze drawings, specs, bid docs, and contracts.
• Identify missing scope and risk early.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, operations.

Skills

Estimating experience

Engineering background

Cost modeling

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Cost databases

Excel

BOM/ERP tools

Job description

Proposal & Bid Estimator — Engineered‑to‑Order Pipe SystemsYour missionA city plans a new transmission line. The specs arrive: steel and concrete pressure pipe, unique fittings, tight milestones, and demanding logistics. As Thompson Pipe Group’s Proposal & Bid Estimator, you transform this complexity into a clear, data‑driven, and competitive offer—one that reflects how we truly design and manufacture.How you’ll deliverAssemble end‑to‑end estimates for steel pipe, concrete pressure pipe, fittings, fabricated components, and special products.Analyze drawings, specifications, bid documents, and contract requirements to capture complete scope.Quantify materials; manufacturing and fabrication labor; equipment and production needs; purchased components and outside services; freight and logistics; and special project requirements.Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to ground estimates in real design and fabrication methods—so costs reflect how work will be done.Uncover missing scope, spec conflicts, unusual requirements, and project risks ahead of bid time.Drive value‑engineering by evaluating alternate designs, methods, and materials.Maintain current cost information across materials, labor, suppliers, and manufacturing; calibrate estimates with historical cost and production data.Work with Sales to align pricing with market and project strategy.Coordinate with Operations and Project Management when capacity, scheduling, technical, or contractual factors influence approach and cost.Advance the craft: improve estimating procedures, tools, cost databases, and standards.Produce accurate estimates from conceptual drawings through final contract documents.QualificationsMeet one of the following:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering; or10+ years of estimating, engineering, project management, manufacturing, or other relevant technical experience within the pressure pipe industry or a closely related engineered manufacturing/infrastructure industry.Capabilities that set you apartFluent in reading engineering drawings and technical specificationsDeep understanding of manufacturing and fabrication cost driversExperienced in building detailed project/product cost estimatesStrong command of material, labor, production, and outside‑service cost modelingKeen risk identification and pricing judgmentAbility to recognize constructability/manufacturability issues during estimatingAdvanced mathematical and analytical skillsEffective collaborator with Engineering, Sales, Operations, and Project ManagementPrecision mindset with exceptional attention to detailPreferred domainsSteel pressure pipe or concrete pressure pipeWater transmission systemsSteel pipe fabricationPrecast or prestressed concreteStructural steel fabricationTanks or pressure vesselsHeavy civil infrastructureWater/wastewater infrastructureEngineered‑to‑order manufacturingOther complex fabricated or engineered productsWhat success looks like hereSuccess isn’t just quantity takeoffs. It’s understanding how engineered products are actually built, questioning assumptions, surfacing risk early, and producing estimates that are accurate, competitive, and commercially sound. You’ll be at ease collaborating with engineers, plant teams, project managers, and sales to craft winning bids for complex projects.About Thompson Pipe GroupThompson Pipe Group is a privately held, family‑owned manufacturer and among North America’s largest and most diverse providers of drainage, sanitary, pressure, and trenchless pipe products. With operations across the United States, we support major water, wastewater, transportation, and infrastructure projects throughout North America.Rewards and growthMedical, Dental, and Vision BenefitsLife and Supplemental Life InsuranceCompany‑Matched 401(k) Retirement PlanPaid HolidaysTraining and Professional DevelopmentEmployee DiscountsCareer Growth OpportunitiesYou should be proficient in: take off