Estimator III

Job Description

Job Description

Are you driven to be accurate? When given new areas to research, do you become restless in the pursuit of factual information? Are you so skeptical that you have to be shown the resource to find it believable? Do you have a fear of failing or being wrong? Is it easier to be safe than sorry for you? Do you like being the resident expert in matters that you are very familiar with? If this sounds like you, then we need to talk…

Spitzer, a recognized industry leader in designing and fabricating high-specification equipment, is currently seeking a Structural Estimator to join our team. The Structural Estimator reports to the Estimating Manager and is responsible for bidding projects pertaining to the design / build, engineering, fabrication, and assembly of structural components, process and modular systems. The candidate will be responsible for identifying risk, opportunities, and maintaining a strategic position during the estimating phase of the project.

What Does a Week in the Life of the Structural Estimator Look Like?

• Uses a broad range of skills to estimate ASME pressure vessels and piping and AWSD1.1 structural steel skids.
• Advanced piping systems B31.1, 31.3, pressure piping, code piping, and all assortments of process piping for a variety of modular units.
• Review and interpret preliminary client / project specifications.
• Review and interpret preliminary structural, P&ID, vessel, isometric, and electrical drawings.
• Co-ordinate with vendors, customers, and company personnel to gather all applicable costs for project completion.
• Attend pre-award meetings with clients and internal project handoff meetings.
• Confer with project stakeholders, operations, and management, vendors and various subject matter experts to elaborate a proposed project scope definition.
• Gather data to perform a full lump sum “take-off” of material, labor, and vendor costs needed to supply all materials / scope required for a project using design drawings and specifications.
• Use a broad range of skills to estimate AISC Standard for Steel Building Structures and AWSD1.1 structural steel.
• Review and interpret client and project specifications to capture the full scope required for estimate.
• Review and interpret structural engineering, design, and standard detail drawings.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, and company personnel to gather all applicable costs for project completion.
• Prepare proposals including structural steel, miscellaneous metals, detailing, and various other special conditions.
• Understand and foresee complex fabrication scenarios and adjust to account for them in bid proposal.
• Understand purchasing, detailing, engineering, erection, scheduling, fabrication, coatings, and shipping in regards to steel.
• Note and reference any areas of the bid documents that require additional explanation and if allowances or exclusions must be noted.
• Provide the estimating manager with written detailed Scope of Work that is to be submitted to management for review.
• Provide the estimating manager with a detailed list of inclusions / exclusions and qualifications for use in a written proposal to the customer.
• Work closely with the estimating manager to maintain the overall estimating department schedule.
• Attend pre-award meetings with clients and internal project handoff meetings.
• Confer with project stakeholders, operations, and management, vendors, and various subject matter experts to elaborate a proposed project scope definition.

Skills (to Pay the Bills)

Here's a list of qualifications that the Structural Estimator at Spitzer should have…

What's it like to be a part of the Spitzer Family?

Spitzer is a fast-paced company that focuses on exceeding our customers’ expectations on every project. We believe we provide exceptional value through the quality of our work, our commitment to safety and by delivering products on schedule. You'll find a unique team of individuals who continue to push the boundaries of what is possible. A diverse team, a great culture, and a positive work environment are just some of the things that make working at Spitzer so rewarding.

What Kind of Employees Thrive at Spitzer?

Spitzer is a company with a diverse group of employees. Spitzer welcomes employees with all types of backgrounds, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. If you are hardworking, honest, and dedicated, you will love working at Spitzer.

A True Culture

Spitzer is a company that believes in its core values and the drive of its people. These values, put into PRACTICE, form the foundation on which we perform our work and conduct ourselves. With a focus on longevity and employee success, Spitzer welcomes its employees to push the envelope and drive improvement across all aspects of the company. At Spitzer, you can unleash your potential!

Employee Driven Benefits

At Spitzer, we take pride in listening to what our employees want in benefits. We've come up with a unique set of employee benefits and designed them around our culture.

Oh, and $alary

Of course, we didn't forget salary… Spitzer offers competitive pay depending on education, certifications, and experience.

Work Schedule

The Structural Estimator will work Monday-Friday 7 : 30 AM- 4 : 30 PM. Late afternoon hours may be required as needed.

Application Process

If this sounds like a great opportunity to you, complete our online application! We look forward to hearing from you!

Work Site

Waterfront Division - 13863 Industrial Road, Houston TX 77015