Sr. Estimator - Selectek, Inc.

Immediate opening with firm in north metro Dallas, TX.

Job Summary:
A Senior Estimator to analyze drawings, specifications, RFPs, proposals, and other documentation to prepare material quotes, direct costs, and labor estimates for projects and services.

Job Responsibilities:

• Preconstruction engineering review and assessment of plans and specifications.
• Review customer information to determine material and labor requirements and prepare itemized lists.
• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness.
• Use Estimating tools to develop quotes. Update pricing database from quotes received on each bid to maintain current pricing.
• Consult with clients, vendors, and internal resources to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Participate in pre-submittal meetings to review material costs and substantiate labor estimates.
• Organize and manage a process to support cost estimating to ensure historical data is utilized.
• Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies.
• Provide cost estimates and proposals for change orders, typically needed within one day.
• Provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.
• Identify cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts.

Required:

• Experienced knowledge of Building Automation or Facility Control Systems for Mission Critical (Data Center) or Advanced Manufacturing Infrastructure
• Experienced knowledge of HVAC Control Applications
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings
• Ability to provide a take-off of P&IDs for process and mechanical systems
• Knowledge of PLC and/or DCS Systems
• Knowledge of Instrumentation and Control Valve Products
• Experience in developing complex estimates from 30%, 60%, and 90% design status
• Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
• Advanced Proficiency in Excel. Proficient in other Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficient in pdf applications such as Bluebeam and Adobe.
• Engineering Degree or Related Work Experience

Salary:  $100-$140K
Duration:  Permanent
Location:  Lewisville, TX

If you are interested or would like more information on this position, please click the apply button or contact me directly at:

tharvey@selectek.net or call me at (678) 802-6625