Richard Construction Inc. (RCI) is seeking an experienced Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Estimator.
Position Summary
E&I Estimator experienced in instrument and electrical projects for the following but not limited to: industrial facilities, power plants, refineries, and pipeline construction projects.
Job Description:
- Attend Pre-Bid Meetings and Bid Walks to confirm requisite takeoffs of any Request for Quotations (RFQs)
- Prepare complete and detailed take-offs utilizing Trimble-Accubid estimating software
- Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including information on pricing from suppliers obtained through direct contact, previous RFQ's, price lists, software uploads, etc.
- Support other department personnel as required; may include assisting with estimates in other disciplines
- May review design conditions and recommend the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or available materials
- Interface with Clients
- May provide support to field operations regarding electrical estimates
- Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 to 10 years experience of construction estimating
- Familiarity with Trimble-Accubid software
- Working knowledge of electrical installation, instrumentation installation, estimating techniques, and cost controls
- Ability to interpret computerized costs data and systems
- Ability to perform detailed work and successfully meet deadlines
- Strong computer skills
- Must have a stable work history
- Previous management of supervisory experience
- Must follow all company and site rules and regulations
Required Qualifications:
- Experience in industrial construction projects
- Strong E&I background on industrial construction projects
- Ability to work with others - Team player
- Good communication skills
- Commitment to Richard values, safety rules, and regulations
Reports to Position:
- This position will report directly to the E&I Estimating Manager
Physical Requirements:
- Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting
- WIll use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, and push or pull objects such as materials, controls, and tools
- Will be required to lift, carry and move objects up to 50 lbs in weight
- Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and capable of occasional work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements
- Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, earplugs/muffs, safety vests, gloves, steel toe/safety toe boots, and masks/respirators
Work Environment:
- This position primarily is performed from RCI's E&I Construction Office in Huffman, TX, but may be posted temporarily on project sites, when required. Field site visits will be required regularly.
RCI is dedicated in providing a SAFE and Drug Free environment.
RCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
