Estimator - Industrial Construction

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Evaluate complex industrial drawings, including piping and instrumentation diagrams, isometric drawings, and structural steel blueprints. Execute detailed quantity takeoffs to determine the exact volume of raw materials, piping, instrumentation, and structural elements needed. Review engineering specifications to ensure compliance with strict industrial, environmental, and occupational safety codes. Request and integrate comprehensive quotes from approved subcontractors, material suppliers and heavy industrial equipment vendors. Build data-backed contingency plans factoring in volatile market shifts, weather trends, material delivery delays, and site accessibility. Forecast field labor productivity rates by coordinating with on-site project managers to gauge execution speeds for unique installations. Calculate indirect operational costs, such mobilization, equipment rentals, specialized rigging, transport logistics, permits, temporary site accommodations, demobilization. Conduct post-project audits to compare the initial bid estimate against actual field costs, updating internal database to refine future bidding accuracy. Required Skills & QualificationsA Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a highly related technical field. Equivalent field experience (typically 5+ years) as an industrial tradesperson, superintendent, or project manager can offset a formal degree. A Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or a Certified Cost Professional (CCP) certifications are a plus but not required. Deep technical literacy regarding industrial mechanical systems, civil foundations, process piping, and high-tolerance steel structures. Proficiency in Vista, Primavera P6, InEight, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office (advanced Excel), and viewing CAD/BIM software. High-level mathematical ability paired with a precise eye for spotting minor inconsistencies across thousands of lines of data. Ability to manage tight schedules and fast turnaround times during competitive bidding windows. Strong verbal and written skills needed to defend financial figures to company leadership and external clients.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Stevens Engineers & Constructors, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category. We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace that places Safety First!