Junior / Intermediate Capital Cost Estimator (Electrical & Instrumentation)
twd technologiesPittsburgh (PA)
Junior / Intermediate Capital Cost Estimator (Electrical & Instrumentation)
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twd technologiesPittsburgh (PA)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Junior/Intermediate Capital Cost Estimator (Electrical & Instrumentation)TWD is an engineering, procurement, and construction management consulting company providing project development, execution and specialty engineering services for the oil and gas industry with expertise ranging from refinery, pipelines, renewables, food and beverage, power, downstream chemical processing, and much more. Our team is dedicated to providing clients with effective business and technical solutions through exceptional levels of service, innovation and flexibility. TWD is currently seeking a Junior/Intermediate Capital Cost Estimator specializing in Electrical and Instrumentation in our Pittsburgh, PA office.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Junior/Intermediate Capital Cost Estimator specializing in Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I). You will quantify and price electrical power distribution, complex automation systems, and field instrumentation for high-speed manufacturing and Food & Beverage facilities. A key component of this role involves understanding how HACCP protocols dictate the selection, pricing, and installation methods of E&I components in washdown and food-safe environments.
Key Responsibilities:
E&I Take-offs: Perform detailed material take-offs from single-line diagrams, instrument indexes, cable schedules, and loop diagrams for power, control, and network architectures.
HACCP & Sanitary Instrumentation: Account for HACCP requirements in E&I estimates, including washdown-rated (NEMA 4X/IP69K) enclosures, sanitary sensors for monitoring Critical Control Points (CCPs), standoffs for equipment, and hygienic cable routing practices that prevent debris accumulation.
Automation & Controls: Estimate costs for process automation specific to F&B and manufacturing, including machine vision systems, PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, and automated packaging controls.
Greenfield vs. Brownfield: Accurately price greenfield underground duct banks while also estimating brownfield challenges such as upgrading legacy field instruments without disrupting production or compromising food safety.
Labor & Installation: Apply appropriate labor hours for cable pulling (in sanitary stainless steel tray systems), terminations, instrument calibration, and loop testing, factoring in site-specific productivity and gowning/hygiene protocols.
Documentation & Sourcing: Author the E&I section of the Basis of Estimate (BOE) document and engage with electrical/automation vendors to obtain current market pricing for specialized, food-grade instrumentation.
Qualifications:
- 25 years of estimating experience dedicated to Electrical and Instrumentation scopes in process, manufacturing, or F&B environments.
- Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Technology, or Journeyman Electrician/Instrumentation certification with equivalent estimating experience.
- Knowledge of instrumentation and control systems specifically designed for food safety, harsh washdown environments, and HACCP compliance.
- Familiarity with AACE Recommended Practices; actively working towards AACE certification is an asset.
- Experience with consulting cost and schedule risk assessments a plus
- If you would like to apply for this position, respond directly to this ad for consideration. Though we thank all applicants that apply for this role, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
- We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources Team.
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