Senior Project Estimator

Thermal Engineering International; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 87,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermal Engineering International is seeking a Senior Project Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for heat exchangers and related engineered products. The role reviews technical requirements, builds material and labor costs, and coordinates with Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Sales to support timely proposals.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in estimating or cost analysis, with proficiency in Excel and cost-management tools. Base pay will reflect location and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of estimating, cost analysis, or related experience.
• Ability to read technical specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Review specs to determine project scope and estimating needs.
• Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontract costs.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams.
• Prepare RFQs and evaluate supplier pricing.
• Analyze cost data and identify trends and risks.
• Maintain estimating documentation and tools.
• Support proposal development with cost information.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cost estimation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

The Senior Project Estimator develops accurate and competitive cost estimates for heat exchangers and related engineered products in support of customer proposals. This role reviews technical requirements, develops material and labor estimates, obtains supplier pricing, and evaluates historical cost data to support timely and informed proposal decisions.

• Review specifications, drawings, and proposal requirements to determine project scope and estimating needs.
• Develop cost estimates for labor materials, equipment, subcontracted services, and other applicable project costs.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Proposal Management, Procurement, Manufacturing, Sales, and other teams, to validate estimate assumptions and requirements.
• Prepare RFQs and evaluate supplier and subcontractor pricing.
• Analyze historical cost data and identify cost trends, discrepancies, and estimating risks.
• Maintain estimating documentation, cost data, and estimating tools to support accuracy and consistency.
• Support proposal development by providing timely cost information, clarification, and estimate revisions.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of estimating, cost analysis, manufacturing, engineering, proposal support, or related experience.
• Working knowledge of cost-estimating principles and methodologies in a manufacturing, engineering, construction, or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, Bills of Material, and related documentation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate labor, material, supplier, and historical cost data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office; experience with estimating or cost management systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and time-management skills.
• Experience with heat exchangers, pressure vessles, engineered equipment, or similar industrial product preferred.

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we include base pay ranges for all US-based job postings that encompass all potential locations and levels for the open positions. Our base pay ranges are set based on the function, discipline, level and regional location and are benchmarked against companies in the same or similar industry. Final offers may vary based on multiple factors including education, depth and relevance of work experience, relevant licenses and certifications, and may vary from the amounts listed in the job posting.

Compensation: $87,000 - $120,000 annually DOE & Location

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