Estimator - Marine Construction

About the role

Join Orion Marine Construction as an Estimator supporting critical bid and proposal efforts across complex marine infrastructure projects. This is a hands-on, strategic role ideal for professionals with 5+ years of marine or heavy civil estimating experience who want to make a direct impact on project success from preconstruction onward.

The position is accountable for the preparation of estimates, takeoffs, and gathering information required for project proposals. Activities of the incumbent include working closely with the project team(s) to ensure success in the bid proposal and award process.

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating efforts for bridge spans, wharves, piers, and marine structures
• Collaborate with project teams on site investigations, takeoffs, bid strategy, and risk review
• Conducts investigation of potential project site accompanied by job sponsor
• Prepares listing of bid items for review by the Project Management Team
• Performs quantity surveys to develop a basis for cost estimates/pricing
• Contacts all material suppliers and subcontractors involved in a given project and solicits quotations on needed bid items
• Collects all quotations and enters data into the project management information system regarding quote and survey information
• Organizes estimates, quotations, notes, plans, and other pertinent data for final pre-bid review and leads discussion of individual bid items
• Assists in the review and analysis of bid documents for items relating to project risk, cost, or company capability
• Prepares all bid documents and arranges in work sheet form
• Assists in the establishment of proper sequencing of construction labor requirements and productivity
• Supervises preparation of man-hours and unit production for the various items in the project
• Maintains and updates vendor files for various construction materials and subcontractors
• Coordinates with subcontractors and vendors to make sure quotes are received by date, preferably before final review date, and are in compliance with bid form and per plan specifications
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance with State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs

Requirements

A minimum of five (5) years estimating experience in marine construction or a related industry is required. Ideally, the incumbent must have familiarization with Project Estimating, Marine Construction Materials, Procurement, Construction Estimating, Scheduling, Project Tracking Software, Cost Control, Project Standards, and Safety & Environmental Compliance.

B.S. in Civil Engineering/Construction Management or related discipline is preferred. The incumbent must be able to travel to potential project areas, maintain a current passport, possess strong computer skills, and have the ability to interface well with employees at all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.

The individual must also have the ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management including corporate. The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstances of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel.

Benefits

An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include:

• Medical, including Prescription Drugs
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave
• Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts