Sr. Estimator

About the role

Orion is recruiting an Estimator for our Houston office. Seeking a talented Estimator with 8+ years' experience working in Marine Construction and/or Heavy Civil Construction. This position is accountable for the preparation of estimates, takeoffs, and gathering information required for project proposals.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the project team(s) to ensure success in the bid proposal and ward process
• Reports to and works closely with the VP of Operations and the Project Management Team to help ensure success in the bid estimation process for marine construction projects
• Leads efforts to develop comprehensive plan and timetable to complete project estimates that may be assigned
• 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
• 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
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs

Requirements

• A minimum of eight (8) years estimating experience in marine/heavy civil construction or a related industry is required
• Familiarization with Project Estimating, Marine Construction Materials, Procurement, Construction Estimating to include HCSS/HeavyBid, Scheduling (P6), Project Tracking Software, Cost Control, Project Standards, and Safety & Environmental Compliance
• A B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management or related discipline is preferred
• Must be qualified and physically able to drive regular passenger vehicles to visit work locations and potential project areas
• Must maintain a current passport
• Possess excellent computer skills
• Ability to interface well with employees at all levels of the organization

Physical/Mental Requirements

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.

• Ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel
• Capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise
• Ability to walk, step, climb, or otherwise move from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting onto and off of work barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, or sit for long periods of time
• Ability to adapt to extreme temperature changes and outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure