Estimator at Taurus Industrial Group – Deer Park, Texas

Duties & Responsibilities

· Estimate Preparation:

Develop comprehensive and precise cost estimates for mechanical projects, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.

Interpret and analyze project drawings, specifications, and other documentation to accurately determine project scope and requirements.

· Cost Analysis:

Perform detailed quantity take-offs and develop pricing schedules.

Evaluate and compare vendor and subcontractor quotes to ensure competitive pricing.

Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options.

· Project Coordination:

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on project scope and estimates.

Communicate and negotiate with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients to obtain necessary information and pricing.

· Bid Documentation:

Prepare and present detailed bid proposals and supporting documentation.

Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and client requirements in all estimates and proposals.

· Data Management:

Maintain and update estimating databases, cost data, and historical records.

Utilize estimating software and tools to streamline the estimation process and improve accuracy.

Skills & Qualifications:

Construction Management/Engineering Degree/Certification, in lieu of degree/certification shall possess 8-years of mechanical estimating experience.

Minimum 5+ years' experience in multi-craft Estimating with proven ability to analyze and package entire company offering

Minimum 5+ years field experience with strong understanding of construction means/methods, constructability aspects, and activity sequencing

Experience in civil and rotating equipment works is strongly considered

Ability to read and interpret drawings/specifications/Isometrics

Professional written skills with ability to develop clear and concise, well formatted, organized and logically structured proposals

Strong numeracy & analytical ability

Ability to verbally communicate execution strategies and proposal clarifications

Excellent organizational and time-management skills with ability to work under pressure and tight deadline commitments Extensive knowledge of Industry Standards including ASTM, API, etc

Must demonstrate intermediate to advanced proficiency skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Professional, pleasant demeanor when dealing with colleagues and clients alike.

Must be efficient, well organized, and capable of communicating well with Management and the broader team frequently.

Physical Involvement:

Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction