Chief Estimator

The Chief Estimator will be responsible for providing full electrical estimating and proposal preparation for all types of industrial facilities, including both new construction and maintenance, for projects up to $20M in value. Estimates will cover all types of contracts in the energy, mining, power, manufacturing, pulp/paper, agricultural, pharma, and other industries which Loenbro serves.

Job Duties:

• Coordinate attendance to bid meetings and walk throughs at various client locations to determine project scope, complexities, accessibilities, and required content of proposal.


• Review instructions and proposal specifications, drawings, technical data necessary to provide a complete proposal for the customer.


• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, previous proposals, job reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures for cost and production-based estimates.


• Prepare full-scope estimates on small, medium, and large-scale projects, in a timely and accurate manner.


• Provide a project/estimate turnover and technical support for projects as needed to ensure effective project implementation.


• Review Field Change Orders for assigned projects and provide estimates if necessary.


• Ensure all documentation is maintained to support estimate figures.


• Work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other management staff, as needed, in the preparation and final evaluation of bids.


• Secure best possible material and subcontracting costs by evaluating multiple quotes and proposals.


• Perform additional responsibilities as required or assigned by Division Manager.


• Tracking of RFP submissions from receipt to submission to client feedback


• Tracking of win/loss rate (evaluated by both number of estimates and dollar value of estimates)


• Development of historical cost and production database, activity code book, and standardized cost codes


• Delegate/assist project managers with various estimates and RFP responses.


• Constantly evaluate the proposal and RFP response process to look for efficiencies and improvements that can be implemented.


• As needed with revenue growth, build a team to support the estimating process

Skills/Qualifications:

• 5+ years heavy industrial/process facility experience in cost estimating and cost control in the Electrical field.


• Strong knowledge of estimating techniques, engineering disciplines, and cost control techniques.


• Ability to estimate all types and sizes of projects.


• Ability to prepare complex proposals with minimal supervision.


• Knowledge of the industries in which Loenbro operates.


• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and good organizational skills.


• Experience with AccuBid estimating softwar preferred.


• Experience with P6 or similar scheduling software.


• Experience with Viewpoint or similar account software.


• Proficient with all Microsoft Office products.


• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time.


• Must be able to manage occasional heavy workloads and quick turnaround times on estimates.


• Periodic travel to job sites may be required.


• Completion of OSHA or equivalent safety training.


• Driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Potential Hazards:

• Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures


• Exposure to manufacturing, pipeline, and refining environment


• Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels


• Limited working surfaces


• Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors


• Exposure to areas with limited visibility

Essential Requirements:

• Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights)


• Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time on a monthly basis for required tasks


• Potential or Periodic amounts of time for the following:




• Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day


• Standing


• Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel


• Use of respirator if position requires


• Driving if required to travel




• If driving is required, valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search. 

Benefits:

• Health Insurance- Up to 80% of the Employee portion paid


• Health Savings Account (HSA) optional enrollment


• Paid Time Off after waiting period


• 401k after 90 days of employment with a company match up to 4% (Employees are 100% vested after 90 day waiting period.)


• Employee paid Dental, Vision, Life and Accident Insurance

We are “Leading the Change” in the energy services industry. Our growth and successes have not changed who we are. We live our core values every day:

WE TAKE ACTION

WE DO WHAT WE SAY

WE LEAD BY EXAMPLE

WE DO THE RIGHT THING

WE PRACTICE STEWARDSHIP

*Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.