Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Zachry Group is looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional for their Estimator role. This position requires a strong blend of analytical, communication, and organizational skills to develop accurate project estimates. The ability to analyze project plans, specifications, and historical data is crucial, as is the capacity to work well with others and continuously improve.

• Competently performs all aspects of developing a preliminary or definitive estimate for pipe fabrication and installation utilizing company owned software/spreadsheets.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Prepare detailed material take-offs, perform historical trend analysis and validate bills of quantities.
• Recommends and incorporates labor production and material cost decisions into the estimate.
• Review estimates for accuracy and inclusion of all deliverables.
• Revises estimates when scope of project changes or other new information becomes available.
• Participate in cost/pricing reviews with executive leadership as required.
• Uses various systems and software, including In-Eight estimate and various Microsoft Products to analyze data and prepare estimate recommendations.
• Attend bid meetings and site visits to derive a scope of work, deliverables, etc. as required.
• Performs other responsible duties as required to support new project development and support of ongoing jobs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to compile material and labor take-offs and solicit/evaluate pricing from vendors and suppliers.
• Ability to interact with customers, vendors and inter-company personnel on a professional level.
• Ability to work in a group environment and willingness to share knowledge and learn from others.
• Can manage multiple tasks, projects and priorities in a logical, methodical manner.
• Strong knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Excel/Word.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• The ability and willingness to work under tight time restraints.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• The ability to travel for bid meetings and site visits (normally 1 to 2 days).
• High School or equivalent education + field experience

• Willingness to work in an office environment on a 40-hour per week work schedule.
• Performs own work and aids others as directed.

• Current or Former Zachry/JVIC employee
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction related science
• Passed the Engineering in Training (EIT) exam or Professional Engineer
• 5 - 10 years of experience working in the Industrial Construction or Maintenance industry as a craft worker.
• Strong communications skills, specifically in reading/writing as it relates to Estimating.

Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, oral expression, and comprehension. May be required to lift, carry and move objects safely. Must be able to pass a Physical Health Assessment based on an Occupational Review of physical actions required to perform the work. Must be able to access any part of the plant or job site which may include climbing at heights, working in confined spaces, and working in exposed weather conditions.

The candidate/employee must meet all standards to perform the previously mentioned actions to access the required area. Must be able to sit, squat, stand, & kneel for long periods of time.

Will work in a general office environment.…