Tank & Vessel Estimator

Milco National Constructors; Tennessee; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Milco National Constructors is seeking a Tank and Vessel Estimator to lead accurate, profitable tank estimates supporting sales and bid activities. You will attend pre-bid meetings, perform material/labor take-offs, and prepare proposals for customers while collaborating with internal teams to secure contracts.

As part of the DBM Global family, you will help close sales, engage in cross-divisional EPC projects, and help build a fully functional tank and vessel operation in Chattanooga, TN.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or Construction Management preferred, substantial industry experience considered.
• Proficient computer skills for estimating and daily ops.
• Some short-duration travel to visit potential customers and monitor project performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and profitable tank estimates to support sales of tank operations, including pre-bid attendance, take-offs, and proposal submissions.
• Assist in negotiating contracts for projects estimated by other Milco staff and help close sales.
• Collaborate with DBM Global divisions on large turn-key/EPC projects for markets across the United States.
• Work with tank division management to establish a profitable operation in Chattanooga, TN and identify improvement areas.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships to secure competitive bid pricing and align purchases with estimates.
• Interpret engineered drawings to determine supply scope for material and labor take-offs.
• Demonstrate understanding of construction processes such as rigging, welding, and crane operations.
• Utilize computer tools to manage estimating and daily operations efficiently.
• Be open to short-term travel to meet customers and monitor project performance.

Skills

Tank/Vessel Estimation

Pre-bid & Proposals

Contract Negotiation

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Estimating software

Job description

Overview

About Milco:Join Milco National Constructors and DBM Global as a Tank and Vessel Estimator, where you will play a vital role in our growth and success as a leading constructor and maintainer of field-constructed tanks and vessels. We are seeking a dynamic individual who thrives in a challenging and rewarding environment, with a passion for delivering successful and profitable tank estimates to support our expanding tank operations.

Responsibilities

• Performing accurate and profitable tank estimates to support the sales of tank operations. This involves attending pre-bid meetings, conducting material and labor take-offs, submitting proposals to customers, and negotiating contract awards to secure successful sales.
• Assisting in the negotiation of contracts for projects estimated by other Milco National Constructors staff, actively contributing to closing sales, and facilitating the kick-off process internally and externally once a project is sold.
• Collaborating with other divisions within DBM Global on large turn-key and EPC projects, providing tank and mechanical construction estimates for markets such as pulp and paper, power, chemical, and other heavy industrial sectors across the United States.
• Working closely with tank division management to contribute to the establishment of a fully functional and profitable tank and vessel operation in Chattanooga, TN. The role includes identifying areas for improvement to maximize performance, fostering a team atmosphere, and aiding in the onboarding and training of new employees.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with material suppliers to ensure competitive bid pricing and aligning material purchases with estimates in collaboration with the purchasing department.
• Understanding and interpreting engineered drawings to grasp supply scope and facilitate material and labor take-offs.
• Demonstrating a solid understanding of construction processes such as rigging, welding, crane operations, etc.
• Ideally holding an Engineering degree or Construction Management degree, though substantial industry experience will be given significant consideration.
• Utilizing computer proficiency to handle estimating and daily operational requirements efficiently.
• Being open to short-duration travel to visit potential customers and monitor current project performance.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: While an Engineering degree or Construction Management degree is preferred, we highly value industry experience in this role.Computer Proficiency: Proficient computer skills are essential for estimating and handling daily operational requirements efficiently.Travel: Some short-duration travel will be required to visit potential customers and monitor project performance.At Milco National Constructors and DBM Global, we believe in nurturing talent and providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth within our national organization. Your contributions and dedication will be recognized and rewarded, empowering you to reach new heights in your career.At Milco, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. Our team environment is based on respect, effective communications, and accountability. We believe employees should have great working conditions along with opportunities to grow and develop. We proudly promote a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has a chance to be successful. Milco is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an Afffirmative Action Plan. We value Diversity.