Estimator

Company Overview

Pilot Foundation Services specializes in the construction of foundations for energy infrastructure, providing turn-key concrete solutions for deep pier drilled shafts, large equipment pads, direct embedment, structure supports, site preparation, and more. Our clients are leaders in power transmission, substation/switchyard, and mid-stream oil & gas construction. Established in 2021, Pilot Foundation Services has grown to become a trusted name in foundation service for Texas and surrounding areas. At Pilot Foundation Services we live and work to uphold the Company Values: Operate with Integrity, Expect Excellence and Commit to ensure positive outcomes for our team members and our clients.

Job Overview

The Estimator is responsible for accurate and timely preparation of cost estimates and proposals for foundation construction projects under the supervision of the EVP and Co-Founder of the company and will routinely interact with the company President, EVP, VP Operations, Operations personnel, clients and vendors.

The Estimator prepares bids, drafts proposals, evaluates vendors/subcontractors, conducts takeoffs and maintains the estimating/pricing model to ensure competitive profitable performance and drive revenue generation for the company.

The future career path for this position includes learning cross-functional skills as an Assistant Project Manager to gain increasing responsibility as Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Prepares estimates for commercial proposals by working with Operations, vendors/subcontractors, senior management, and client representatives to develop proposals based on estimating standards, performance feedback data and scope of work
• Analyzes scope documents including construction drawings, specifications, bills of material, historical data and calculates project costs including materials, equipment, manpower requirements and resource/performance schedules
• Performs risk analysis and recommends cost-reduction and performance optimization options
• Presents estimates and draft proposals to senior management in a timely and professional manner
• Creates and maintains an estimate basis model incorporating optimum regional pricing, crew performance metrics and historical project data
• Conducts pre-contract / pre-construction meetings with PM, Superintendent, Project Coordinator and Field Supervisors to detail bid parameters and plan project execution strategy
  
  

Qualifications And Required Skills

• Strong critical-thinking, problem solving, analytical and organization skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and prioritization skills
• Expert capability and modeling experience in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to interpret and synthesize complex data sets, charts, tables and drawings
• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, Computer Science, Business or similar preferred (Not required)
• 1-5 years of experience in data analysis, construction estimating, or other relevant function
• Understanding of cost/performance drivers, construction processes, and market economics
• Self-driven and goal oriented
• Adherence to company values of Integrity, Excellence and Commitment
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship
  
  

Pilot Foundation Services is proud to offer a generous benefit package to all employees and families

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Group Life Insurance and AD&D
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance and AD&D
• Paid Leave
• 401K
• Bonus Program