
Posted 3 months ago
Remote Industrial Estimator
Des MoinesRemoteFull-time
AI Summary
An Industrial Estimator prepares detailed cost estimates for industrial projects, reviews specifications and drawings, conducts take-offs, gathers quotes, interacts with customers and contractors, and supports construction services and project closeout.
About this role
Tri-City Group is seeking an Industrial Estimator to join our team! The Industrial Estimator will be responsible for preparing detailed estimates for Industrial projects. This position can be local or working remotely anywhere within the United States.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Attending pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and the required contents of projects
- Reviewing proposed specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and required contents of estimate; gathering quotes, printing drawings, counting, take-off estimating, and responding to RFIs and RFQs
- Professionally interacting with customers, other trades, general contractors, and internal staff
- Providing Construction Services with up-to-date CAD drawings; assisting with the assembly of shop drawings as per project requirements
- Providing technical assistance, i.e., interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, etc., as required
- Communicate with Project managers regarding bringing in other divisions, project closeout, following awarded contracts as assigned, and managing estimating extra work items, change orders, and credits
- Qualified candidates will have experience in Estimating, cost control, and/or engineering
- Travel as needed
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's in construction, Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management, or completion of a five-year electrical apprenticeship program
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating, cost control, and/or engineering in an industrial or manufacturing setting such as automotive and equipment manufacturing, steel or aluminum casting and mills, chemical manufacturing facilities, food production facilities, water treatment facilities, etc.
- Candidates must possess strong attention to detail, focus on accuracy, solid communication skills, positive initiative and judgment, the ability to problem solve and meet deadlines, and the ability to multitask with tact and consideration.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen. Tri-City Group is an equal-opportunity employer.
Skills
CADCost ControlEngineeringEstimatingRFIRFQShop DrawingsTake-off Estimating
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