Job Information
Apache Industrial Services Project Estimator in Texas
Job Description
Position Title: Project Estimator - Fireproofing / Industrial Coatings
Position Reports To: Area Manager
Position Summary
Estimators are responsible for all aspects of bidding a project including labor, time and materials requirements to determine overall cost of projects. This role is responsible for increasing profitability through comprehensive cost estimating.
Essential Functions
Interprets and analyzes contract documents regarding terms, specifications, clarifications, and requirements for each project and prepare estimates and bid proposals.
Estimates majority of the work applicable to the respective region or business line, including, target projects and owners list, and managing bid flow.
Reads and interprets sophisticated specs and drawings.
Uses formulas and makes calculations.
Other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
3+ years of industrial services experience in coatings or fireproofing preferred
3+ years of experience reading isometric drawings
3+ years of experience estimating paint and insulation industrial services lines of business
High School Diploma or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional team initiatives
Knowledge in safety procedure implementation is a plus
Ability to multi-task, managing multiple projects and competing priorities
Effective communication and critical thinking skills
Ability to respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines
Critical in managing the business and identifying problems or opportunities
Demonstrates ability to be flexible and quickly adaptable to changing conditions across all spectrums
Creative and innovative approaches and solutions on a project-by-project basis
Effective participation in team environment, with both external and internal teammates
Work Conditions/Physical Demands
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
Light work that includes moving objects up to twenty pounds
No adverse environmental conditions expected
For over thirty years, Apache Industrial Services has met the needs of the petrochemical, industrial and energy sectors by providing superior quality, service and long-term value to our customers. Through our commitment to excellence in our work, a purposeful culture of safety, and the dedication and leadership of our expert craftsmen, Apache is a company that is doing it right. With strategic office locations throughout the US and Canada, we are able to provide efficient and reliable services to our wide variety of customers.At the core of Apache is a belief system that we refer to as #ApachePride. This belief permeates everything we do and from the CEO to the new hire employee that started yesterday; We all understand that the success of our business relies heavily on our hard-working men and women in the field.
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