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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in cost estimating for industrial electrical and instrumentation projects, with a strong focus on competitive bidding strategies and thorough understanding of construction industry practices. Capable of preparing detailed estimates and managing bid processes effectively.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Cost EstimatingIndustrial Electrical EstimatingEstimating Software ProgramsBid ManagementConstruction Industry Practices
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Hard Skills
Cost EstimatingQuantity Take-OffsBid PreparationRisk IdentificationManpower RequirementsEquipment RequirementsMaterial RequirementsSubcontractor RequirementsEstimating StrategiesConceptual Estimating
Soft Skills
Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam PlayerProfessionalism
Industry Keywords
Petro-ChemicalGas ProcessingRefiningHeavy Industrial FacilitiesBid Review MeetingsConstruction SchedulesBid Documents ControlLabor CostsLicensing RequirementsProject Proposals
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Prepare and take ownership for cost estimating of bids and project proposals
- Identify risk, opportunities, and maintain a winning strategy
- Prepare detailed estimates from scopes of work, blueprints, specifications, and other documentation
- Perform quantity take-offs and determine manpower, equipment, material, and subcontractor requirements
- Solicit quotes from suppliers, subcontractors, and specified manufacturers
- Distribute and maintain control of bid documents
- Establish construction schedules
- Identify special requirements and indirect project costs
- Ensure bid forms are completed and properly executed
- Review labor costs and applicable licensing requirements
- Schedule and conduct bid review meetings with management
- Coordinate with employees during bid processes on large proposals
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5 or more years experience with industrial electrical and instrumentation estimating
- Competitive bid experience up to $20M in the petro-chemical, gas processing, refining and other heavy industrial facilities
- Electrical and Instrumentation field experience highly preferred
- Advanced knowledge of estimating strategies and techniques
- Ability to conceptualize estimates without complete information
- Thorough understanding of construction industry practices, processes, and standards and their impact on project activities
- Knowledge of estimating software programs
- Occasional travel required
- Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Professional, ethical, and team player willing to grow with the company
Benefits
Comp & perks- Full-time employment
- Remote work option
- Occasional travel