Senior Industrial Piping Estimator — Bid & Fabrication Lead

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No cost medical/dental/short-term/dis/

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Health Savings Plan

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors is seeking an Industrial Piping Estimator to deliver complete bids for projects assigned by the Estimating Manager. You will review documents, solicit quotes, and develop bid strategies with a focus on quality and competitiveness.

This role requires 5+ years in industrial construction estimating, experience with piping systems, and proficiency in estimating software. Opportunities to travel to multiple job sites are possible.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in industrial construction projects or equivalent
• 3+ years' Estimating/Pre-Construction experience
• Demonstrate knowledge and efficiency in computer/network based estimating software (Autobid, Quote Soft, TSI, Estimation, etc.)
• Solid and thorough understanding of process P&ID drawings and flow diagrams
• General understanding of ASME/ANSI Codes 31.1, 31.3, and 31.9
• Understanding and capable of taking off associated plumbing systems
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Must be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc)
• Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
• Must be available, and have the means to report to multiple job sites as assigned

Responsibilities

• Review all construction documents including instructions to bidders, scope of work and general conditions
• Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotations to ensure coverage on all scopes of work
• Distribute plans, specifications, and addenda to subcontractors and vendors via company ftp website and/or email
• Assist in development of bid strategies
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits which may result in travel time on occasions
• Review take-off and pricing for completeness on all self-performed work
• Review in detail subcontractor and vendor quotations for full compliance with the plans and specifications
• Develop rough draft scope of work for proposals
• Assist in negotiating subcontracts and procurement of materials and equipment
• Enter estimate into job cost control program and participate in turnover/transition meetings with the operations team
• Experience with means and methods of construction for the industrial piping trades, including shop fabrication
• Experience in providing budgets, estimates, construction schedules, and manpower projections
• Must be able to meet critical deadlines
• Work as part of a team and coordinate scope of work between in-house trades (Steel, Sheet Metal, Electrical, etc.)
• Supervise junior estimators as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Process P&ID knowledge

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Self-starter

Multi-tasking

Education

AAS or BS in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Autobid

Quote Soft

TSI

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Atlantic Constructors is seeking an Industrial Piping Estimator to deliver complete bids for projects assigned by the Estimating Manager. You will review documents, solicit quotes, and develop bid strategies with a focus on quality and competitiveness.

This role requires 5+ years in industrial construction estimating, experience with piping systems, and proficiency in estimating software. Opportunities to travel to multiple job sites are possible.