Project Estimator - ME&I Systems

Key Responsibilities

• Estimating & Proposal Development
• Review customer RFQs, bid packages, specifications, P&IDs, GA drawings, and commercial terms.
• Develop detailed cost estimates for:
• LACT Units
• Turbine Meter Skids
• Ultrasonic Meter Skids
• Coriolis Meter Systems
• Production Equipment Packages
• Analyzer Shelters and Instrumentation Packages
• Gas and liquid measurement systems
• Prepare labor estimates for:
• Fabrication
• Welding
• Assembly
• Electrical and instrumentation installation
• Testing and FAT support
• Field service requirements:
• Develop detailed bill of material (BOM) and coordinate material pricing with procurement and suppliers.
• Analyze project scope, risks, execution strategy, and schedule impacts to determine overall project costs.
• Support development of proposal clarifications, assumptions, exclusions, and commercial qualifications.
• Maintain estimating databases, labor standards, and historical cost models.

Technical Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply industry standards and customer specifications including:
• American Petroleum Institute (API)
• American Gas Association (AGA)
• ASME
• NEC
• Customer-specific engineering and measurement standards
• Clockwise with:
• Engineering
• Project Management
• Procurement
• Manufacturing Operations
• Quality and Compliance Teams
• Support value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives that improve competitiveness and margin performance.

Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in:
• Engineering
• Construction Management
• Industrial Technology
• Business
• Or equivalent industry experience:
• 5+ years of estimating, project management, fabrication, or engineering experience in the oil and gas industry preferred.
• Experience with packaged equipment manufacturing and skid fabrication strongly preferred.
• Experience with custody transfer measurement systems preferred.
• Familiarity with fabrication shop processes, welding, piping systems, instrumentation, and electrical installation.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of oil and gas measurement equipment and fabrication practices.
• Ability to read and interpret:
• P&IDs
• Isometrics
• Mechanical drawings
• Electrical drawings
• Instrument specifications
• Knowledge of manufacturing labor estimation methods and cost modeling.
• Strong commercial and analytical mindset.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency with:
• Microsoft Excel
• ERP/MRP systems
• Estimating software
• Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of:
• Custody transfer applications.
• Flow measurement technologies.
• Process instrumentation.
• Valve automation systems.
• Knowledge of project scheduling and production planning concepts.
• Experience supporting API and AGA compliant systems.

Performance Expectations

• Develop accurate and timely project estimates aligned with company margin expectations.
• Improve estimate accuracy and reduce cost variance between estimated and actual project performance.
• Support increased bid throughput and proposal responsiveness.
• Contribute to standardization of estimating processes, labor models, and cost databases.
• Support operational excellence through collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Ongoing technical and safety training
• A strong culture focused on safety, measurement accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Company Information

Strike is an equal opportunity employer.