Project Estimator

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Industrial Oil & Gas Project Estimator position assists leaders to determine what is necessary to see a project through to completion; this position will work closely with contractors and team members to evaluate relative costs or potential risks and determine the ability to complete a project within the timeframe and budget established by the client.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate with potential customers and perform on-site walkdowns of facilities and collect clear work scope of projects
• Coordinate with the Quest team to address full project scope of turnkey projects
• Analyze required documents, blueprints, and project plans to gain a thorough understanding of the project
• Collaborate with Engineering team on vendor questions
• Determine what factors of production will influence the cost of a service or product
• Determine material estimates and cost estimates for the product or service
• Create labor estimates for projects
• Develop and maintain relationships with company vendors and contractors
• Manage bids from vendors and contractors
• Use Estimating software to utilize industry standards for time and unit rates
• Use bid data to prepare detailed cost analysis
• Present prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders
• Compile and record actual costs
• Track vendor orders and materials with provided software

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proficient in mathematics, statistics, and data analysis
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Report writing and strategic planning skills
• Familiar with analyzing requirement data to develop material and cost estimates for all sizes of projects
• Expertise with analytic tools, such as spreadsheets and database managers
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents
• Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional time and priority managements skills required

EDUCATION, LICENSES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, finance, accounting, statistics, or other related field; will consider equivalent experience in engineering or project management in lieu of a degree
• Certified Professional Estimator preferred
• Minimum of five years estimating in oil and gas construction required
• Procore Project Management software experience preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work Environment: Minimal exposure to elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or moderate noises
• Physical activity: Requires light physical work; regularly required to sit or stand, use of hands and fingers to operate a computer