Expert Estimator

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Exential is currently seeking an Expert Estimator in Raleigh, NC! This role is responsible for following the construction estimating process for process piping construction projects, and adhering to standardized procedures, methods and processes for estimating established within Exential.

• Reviews construction project plans, specifications and coordinates with the team to confirm complete scope
• Identifies risk issues on bid opportunities and their order of magnitude
• Reviews constructability issues on process piping construction projects with operational staff
• Solicits subcontractor and/or supplier information and pricing
• Reviews subcontractor and vendor bid packages
• Supports preparation of instructions to bidders, bid form and other bid solicitation information as required
• Performs and/or manages the pricing effort for internal budgets
• Prepares conceptual estimates based on minimal information
• Reviews general conditions, schedule, scopes of work, hoisting plans, site logistics and other exhibits as prepared by Operations
• Ensures the flow of bid project information is maintained and documented
• Fills in minor and major scope/design gaps
• Provides detailed breakouts for customers
• Mentors and trains new estimators
• Maintains and communicates data on construction and material cost trends affecting project costs
• Analyses alternate means and methods to determine the most economical alternative
• Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, specialty contractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations
• Participates in estimating turnover transfer of information on successful projects including the Project Kick-off Meeting
• Assists in the preparation proposal letter
• Investigates and recommends the best industry standard estimating technology
• Other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field is preferred
• 8+ years of experience in construction
• Prior experience in Mechanical or Process Piping Estimating is required
• Proficient in at least one commercially available estimating software system, EBM or Accubid

About Exentec and Exential
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Exyte Group, Exential provides solutions that are designed to deliver mechanical, electrical, and process piping systems to all markets. As a specialty process piping and wet mechanical contractor, we provide facility construction services for leaders in advanced technology and biopharma. We are a privately held specialty contractor operating nationwide, with more than $200 million in annual revenue and 700 employees.

Non-Solicitation
We are not currently accepting third-party agency candidates for this position. Any agency candidate submitted to any employee of Exyte, or its subsidiaries, may be contacted by Exyte, or its subsidiaries, without obligation to the third-party agency.

Employment Sponsorship
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

EEO Statement
Exyte US, Inc. and its subsidiaries are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to supporting an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex (e.g., pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

You want to be part of the Exyte team? We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note that we only consider applications submitted through our application portal. Applications sent via email will not be considered due to data protection regulations.