Hohl Industrial Services Inc. established in 1950 and located in Tonawanda NY specializes in rigging millwrighting fabrication and construction services for customers throughout the WNY region. At Hohl our mission is to leverage the strength of our core values to provide innovative solutions to our clients most demanding challenges... today and in the future!
We are currently seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team specializing in Industrial Construction projects including water & wastewater treatment construction! The Estimator will play a critical role in driving business growth by preparing complete and responsible bid proposals. This position requires strong analytical skills attention to detail and collaboration with operations business development and project management teams to ensure the accuracy and competitiveness of project estimates.
Key Responsibilities:
- Bid Preparation & Estimating:
- Analyze project plans specifications and other documentation to develop comprehensive cost estimates for materials equipment and labor.
- Identify scope risks and opportunities for each project and ensure all relevant details are factored into the bid.
- Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates in accordance with company standards and project requirements.
- Collaboration & Coordination:
- Work closely with operations Business Development and Project Managers during the bidding process to ensure data accuracy and competitiveness.
- Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain the best pricing and ensure a complete and accurate bid package.
- Communicate with clients engineers and project stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve discrepancies in project specifications.
- Project Handoff & Execution:
- Once a bid is accepted promptly work up and obtain execution of subcontracts and material purchase orders ensuring insurance compliance.
- Lead a comprehensive handoff process to project management ensuring all strategies opportunities and risks identified during the bidding process are effectively communicated.
- Assist project manager with cost control forecasting and tracking throughout the project lifecycle.
- Market & Industry Awareness:
- Stay updated on industry trends market conditions and pricing structures to maintain competitive and profitable bid strategies.
- Build and maintain relationships with vendors suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and availability of resources.
Qualification Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial construction estimating preferably in wastewater or related infrastructure projects.
- Education: Bachelors Degree in Construction Management Engineering or a related field preferred.
- Other Skills:
- Strongly proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Project etc.).
- Familiarity with construction scheduling takeoff software and cost databases.
- Understanding of labor productivity factors and construction methodologies.
- Strong analytical problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- 401(k) matching
- Vacation time
- Paid Personal Time
- ESOP (were 100% employee owned and operated!)
Please note that Hohl Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identify national origin or any other characteristic protected by law