Ohmstede Ltd. Estimator

About Us

We are one of the nation’s leading providers of industrial solutions, serving as the single-source for our client’s custom shell and tube heat transfer equipment. Our fully integrated shop services include state-of-the-art technologies, engineering, design, manufacturing, fabrication, maintenance, and repair.

Ohmstede Ltd. is seeking an Estimator to analyze documentation submitted by customers and prepare punctual, detailed commercial and technical bids in a fast paced and competitive market.

• Review key aspects of customer material requisitions including drawings, heat exchanger specification sheets, customer specifications, industry recommended practices, terms-and conditions.
• Assess key drivers, such as customer deadlines, and how they relate to internal scheduling among different departments.
• Prepare detailed labor, material, and subcontract estimates based on customer requirements.
• Review customer requirements with engineering, manufacturing, and upper management to discuss strategies.
• Submit final approved bid to customer and answer any requests for clarification.
• Follow-up on all bids submitted to customers.
• Process orders in a timely manner.
• Hand over newly processed jobs to engineering and manufacturing, clearly communicating key aspects of projects such as customer specifications, material lead times, ship dates, and other commercial requirements.
• Process change orders over the life of a project, communicating any technical or commercial changes to respective departments.

• Experience in the refinery industry with mechanical and piping background and/or a four-year undergraduate degree in Engineering.
• Estimating background with a verifiable record of success.
• Previous experience in craft and field work preferred.
• Education in Engineering, Construction Management or Operations Management.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication and persuasion skills.
• Must have outstanding organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Possess strong technical knowledge in a variety of fields, such as nondestructive examination, welding, machining, general fabrication, shell and tube heat exchangers, vessels, and towers
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Projects.
• Ability to articulate estimating work practices to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Work well with others and be a strong team player.

Normal office and shop environment.

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

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