Babcock Power Inc.

Construction Estimator

Duncan, SC

Full-time

$95,000-$100,000

About This Job

Position Summary

The Construction Estimator is responsible for assembling proposals, attending pre-bid meetings, coordinating subcontract bids, and facilitating review of the proposals by TEiC management. This is a key position in our growing Industrial Construction business and the Construction Estimator will add value to the organization by being a key part of the Industrial Construction team. The estimating team will be involved in the entire Pre-Construction process and aid in change management for critical events on active projects.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

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Prepare clear and detailed cost estimates by analyzing plans and specifications and performing quantity take-offs for several trades such as structural steel erection, large duct erection, heavy equipment erection, piping installation, and various industrial welding processes.

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Prepare clear and detailed cost estimates by analyzing plans and specifications and performing quantity take-offs for civil trades such as mass excavation and site preparation, SWPPP, structural excavation and backfill, underground utilities, below grade vaults, foundation and sump formwork and concrete placement operations.

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Prepare clear and detailed cost estimates by analyzing plans and specifications and performing quantity take-offs for electrical, control and instrumentation hardware and systems typical found within all industrial facilities.

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Develop and prepare conceptual estimates with minimal subcontractor assistance using limited preliminary design documents and information.

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Provide and maintain unit pricing and database for material and labor cost estimating.

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Develop subcontract scope for projects and manage the subcontractor RFP process; qualify and level subcontractors’ proposals according to project specifics.

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Itemize trade specific scopes and prepare bid packages.

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Work with the pre-construction team to prepare proposal schedules

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Interact with customers, engineers, and subcontractors to understand and incorporate project objectives, schedules, permits, costs.

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Lead turnover process with construction team to provide them with proper documentation related to project.

Requirements

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Must have a working knowledge to read and understand construction documentation including drawings, specifications, schematics, foundation drawings, Isometric drawings, etc.

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Knowledge and understanding of various basic commercial terms and conditions.

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Extensive knowledge of construction industry practices, legal standards, and market trends.

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Able to communicate effectively by written and verbal means.

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Able to process high volume of work while maintaining attention to detail and quality.

Education and Experience:

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B.S. degree in Engineering or Construction Management.

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8-10 years’ experience in construction estimating position with a deep experience base in several disciplines but has the ability, desire and willingness to learn and develop discipline expertise in other areas.

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Previous experience estimating construction projects with values exceeding $25M.

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Work experience in a heavy industrial setting. Experience as a project engineer or project manager is considered highly valuable.

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Advanced experience in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft project suite. Primavera and InEight experience and considered highly valuable.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Effective on your first day!* Wellness Programs and Awards Get healthier and earn premium discounts!*

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Gym Reimbursement and Weight Loss Benefit

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Company match!*

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Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

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Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)

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Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

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Short Term & Long-Term Disability

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Training & Development

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Employee Assistance Program

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Flexible Spending Accounts

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Duncan, SC Location Onsite Gym

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Construction Estimator

About This Job

Position Summary

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Benefits

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