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Senior Electrical Estimator

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judge direct placementHouston (TX)

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Senior

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$145,000 - $165,000

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About the role

The Senior Project Estimator will be heavily involved in the development of accurate and competitive cost estimates for multi-discipline EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects across the chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas, bulk storage, terminal and data/renewables industries.
Location: Houston, Texas (Relocation Assistance Offered)
Compensation: $145,000 - $165,000 base salary + Bonus.
Job Description:
  • Develop conceptual and detail construction cost estimates for all electrical and instrumentation and controls (I&C) systems
  • Interpret plans & specifications from multiple design phases; program, conceptual, design development through all Construction Documents and into change orders and generate quantity takeoffs and pricing for all systems.
  • Assist in the preparation of detailed cost estimates for electrical and instrumentation scopes.
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify materials, labor, and equipment needs.
  • Perform quantity takeoffs using digital tools and estimating software.
  • Support the review and analysis of subcontractor and supplier quotes.
  • Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to ensure estimate accuracy and alignment with project scope.
  • Help maintain historical cost databases and contribute to benchmarking data.
  • Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and project walkdowns as needed.
  • Contribute to the development of proposal documentation and final bid packages.
  • Stay current with industry trends, material pricing, and labor rates to support accurate forecasting.
  • Qualifications Seeking:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred or experience (Not Required)
  • Background in industrial construction and project estimating.
  • Analytical mindset with solid math skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel; exposure to estimating software (such as Bluebeam, McCormick, Accubid or similar).Basic understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
  • Effective communicator with the ability to work both independently and within cross-disciplinary teams.
  • Eagerness to learn and grow within a fast-paced EPC project environment.

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