E&I Estimator

Job Summary

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Location:

Odessa, Dallas or Houston. Type:
Full Time.

Prepare and take ownership for cost estimating of bids and project proposals, identifying risk, opportunities, and maintaining a winning strategy.

• Prepare detailed estimates in accordance with the scope of work, blueprints, specifications, and other documentation to prepare quantity take-offs, determining manpower, equipment requirements, material items and subcontractors.
• Solicit quotes from material and equipment suppliers, subcontractors, and specified manufacturers.
• Distribute and maintain control of bid documents.
• Establish construction schedules.
• Identify special requirements for weather protection, cranes, hoists, temporary facilities and services or any/all other indirect cost associated with projects.
• Ensure that all bid forms are completed and properly executed.
• Review labor costs and applicable licensing requirements.
• Schedule and conduct bid review meetings with the Division Manager, Estimating Manager, and/or business line management to finalize bid, markup, and bid strategies.
• Coordinate with other employees during the bid process on large proposals.

• 8+ years experience with industrial electrical and instrumentation estimating.
• Competitive bid experience up to $20M in the petro‑chemical, gas processing, refining and other heavy industrial facilities.
• Electrical and Instrumentation field experience highly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating strategies and techniques.
• Ability to conceptualize estimates without complete information.
• Thorough understanding of construction industry practices, processes, and standards and their impact on project activities.
• Knowledge of estimating software programs.
• Occasional travel required.
• Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, ethical, and team player willing to grow with the company.

We offer stable employment, career advancement and a commitment to work/life balance and safety for our employees.

Saulsbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer.