Senior Industrial Estimator - Power & Civil Projects

Traylor Bros, Inc; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Traylor Bros, Inc. in Greenville, SC is seeking an experienced Estimator for our industrial division. You will read contracts, prepare material and labor pricing, and assemble vendor proposals to build accurate cost estimates.

You will attend pre-bid meetings, discuss scope with owners and subcontractors, and produce detailed cost narratives and schedules for final proposals. A bachelor’s degree or 5+ years estimating experience is required; proficiency with Bluebeam, HeavyBid, and Procore is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years estimating or project controls experience.
• 5–10 years field experience in industrial and power construction.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Decision-making skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills to meet tight bid deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of bid evaluation of cost and schedule criteria.
• Knowledge of practical application of engineering science and technology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, HeavyBid, and Procore preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and comprehend contract documents, specs, scopes, drawings to prepare accurate project cost estimates.
• Accurately take off material quantities from drawings to develop pricing.
• Assemble scoped RFPs for vendors and subcontractors to obtain pricing and analyze proposals.
• Prepare schedules for proposal submission.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walk-downs to understand scope and constraints.
• Consult with clients and vendors to discuss estimates and resolve issues; escort subcontractors for pricing.
• Attend post-bid reviews and project kickoff meetings with owners.
• Participate in in-house turnover meetings from estimating to project management.
• Estimate costs associated with safety and location-specific work rules.
• Participate in bid review and scope review meetings; explain scopes, costs, assumptions, methods to upper management.
• Utilize historical cost data to develop cost estimates.
• Maintain quality service by following organization standards.
• Document and communicate actions and needs to maintain continuity among teams.
• Support team by assisting other estimators as needed.
• Prepare detailed breakdowns of cost estimates for review.
• Write narratives describing work plans for final proposals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

5+ years estimating or project controls experience

Tools

Bluebeam

HeavyBid

Procore

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Traylor Bros, Inc. in Greenville, SC is seeking an experienced Estimator for our industrial division. You will read contracts, prepare material and labor pricing, and assemble vendor proposals to build accurate cost estimates.

You will attend pre-bid meetings, discuss scope with owners and subcontractors, and produce detailed cost narratives and schedules for final proposals. A bachelor’s degree or 5+ years estimating experience is required; proficiency with Bluebeam, HeavyBid, and Procore is