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Sr Estimator

Ballard Marine Construction, Evansville, IN, United States


Position Summary

Responsible for leading and preparing estimates and proposals for multi-discipline power, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Direct Senior Estimators and Estimators on estimate-specific assignments and work
Coordinate with TCG partners and other internal departments
Create and set‑up estimates in HeavyBid
Prepare (or oversee) CPM schedules in P6
Prepare indirect cost estimates in HeavyBid
Lead the bid closeout process and participate in post‑bid and post‑job reviews
Manage overall sub/supplier solicitation process
Understand and apply bidding strategy and overall work plans
Read and interpret all contract documents including specifications, project scopes, drawings and standards to produce accurate cost estimates
Perform estimation responsibilities when required
Accurately take off material quantities from drawings to develop material and labor pricing
Assemble scoped RFPs for vendors and subcontractors to obtain pricing, analyze, compare and select best‑value proposals for inclusion in cost estimates
Attend pre‑bid meetings and site walk‑downs to understand project scope, conditions, and physical restrictions
Escort subcontractors on site visits to ensure accurate pricing
Estimate costs associated with safety and other project location‑specific rules
Participate in bid review and scope review meetings and explain project scope, estimated costs, assumptions, and methods to upper management for approval
Utilize historical cost data to develop cost estimates
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results and assisting other estimators
Skills and Abilities

Maintain confidentiality
Excellent interpersonal skills
Problem‑solving skills
Decision‑making skills
Effective listening skills
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Time‑management skills
Ability to analyze data
Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering discipline, Construction Management, PMP or similar certification preferred
10–15 years of construction experience
Physical Demands

Travel required to attend training and meetings
Ability to sit or stand for an entire shift
Occasional stooping, bending, walking, crouching, and climbing
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a frequent basis
Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly
Equal Opportunity Employer

Sterling Industrial LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, protected activity, or other non‑merit factors.

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