Turner Industries Group is looking to hire an Estimator. This position is based in Houston, TX. The Estimator has the responsibility to develop accurate Industrial project estimates and prepare proposal submittal documents. \n\nRead and interpret construction drawings and specifications to include, Civil, Structural, Piping, and Process Equipment setting and assembly. Perform detail take-offs for work hours and crew loading on the project scope.\nCompetently performs all aspects of developing a preliminary or definitive estimate for any size project utilizing company owned software\/spreadsheets.\nCreate proposal documents which are accurate and include all deliverables requested by the client.\nRevises estimates when scope of project changes or other new information becomes available.\nParticipate in financial and pricing reviews with executive leadership.\nAttend bid meetings and site visits. Develop a work scope, deliverables, responsibility matrix, terms\/conditions, etc. Send pertinent information to appropriate divisional manager(s), Contracts, Safety, QC, and Commercial department.\n\n
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Job Requirements \n\n7 to 10 years of estimating experience with Petrochemical and Refining projects.\nStrong knowledge of foundations\/concrete\/forms, structural (pipe racks and main framework), piping, fixed and rotating equipment setting and assembly. \nAbility to compile material and labor take-offs and solicit\/evaluate pricing\/delivery from vendors and suppliers.\nUnderstands the company's industry, current trends, basic product capabilities, core values and markets.\nAbility to interact with customers, vendors and inter-company personnel on a professional level.\nUnderstanding of contractual language.\nAbility to work in a group environment and willingness to share knowledge and mentor other estimators.\nCan manage multiple tasks, projects and priorities in a logical, methodical manner.\nWorking knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.\nAbility and knowledge to review completed bids for accuracy in pricing, resources, equipment, subcontractors, safety considerations, schedule, quality and profits on a competitive basis.\nStrong organizational and time management skills.\nStrong written and verbal communications skills.\nGood attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.\nStrong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done.\nThe ability to work independently as well as part of a team.\nThe ability to travel for bid meetings and site visits (normally 1 to 2 days).\nHigh School or equivalent education.\nWillingness to work in an office environment on a 40-hour per week work schedule.\nAbility to work independently to meet deadlines.\nStrong ability to work in Excel\n\n
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical ability to perform routine audits\/visits of shop floor activities. Physical ability to perform bid informational job\/site walks along with ability to climb ladders and stairs when required inside of industrial Oil\/Chemical or Power facilities. Additionally, may be asked to meet following physical demands standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, and\/or reaching. \n

WORK ENVIRONMENT Working conditions infrequently involve some physical exertion, exposure to the elements or hazards inherent in the job which may include routine travel. Work is primarily sedentary; exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and\/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. \n
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Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and\/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.\n
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