Estimator

Base Pay $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 / Year Employee Type FT Exempt Nelson Pipeline is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Estimator to join our team. This role presents a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in our estimating department while collaborating closely with multiple teams. As an Estimator, you will primarily focus on estimating tasks while working in tandem with Pre-Construction, Project Management, Field Operations, and various other departments. Key Responsibilities Generate accurate and competitive bids using Nelson Pipeline's software systems (B2W, MS Office, MS Project, & Bluebeam) Cross-train and coordinate with Estimating, Project Management, and Pre-Construction teams to align on technical aspects of projects related to production, bidding, and estimation Support the Estimating Team in fostering relationships with vendors, suppliers, and customers to develop new partnerships Demonstrate a strong understanding of the bidding process, including evaluating plans and bid documents to inform bid decisions Communicate directly with clients to respond to bid requests and inquiries Assess the time, value, and complexity of each bid, adjusting workload as needed Conduct site visits (Pre-Bid) to gain insight into existing conditions and project scope Ensure thorough knowledge of local municipalities, construction standards, and specifications, including soils reports Collaborate early in the pre-bid phase with Field Supervision and continue communication throughout the project Facilitate bid reviews with Superintendents or Project Managers for complex site conditions (e.g., rock excavation, dewatering, street work) Conduct final bid reviews with the Senior Estimator to evaluate production rates, job challenges, pricing, and margins Perform computer-aided quantity take-offs, utilizing MS Office, Bluebeam, and other tools Use B2W estimating software for bid proposals Maintain accurate and up-to-date production estimates within the bidding software Solicit quotes from subcontractors and suppliers (minimum of three per bid) Leverage field production knowledge to ensure accurate proposal drafts Develop project schedules using MS Project to verify job durations Propose Value Engineering ideas to enhance project profitability, reduce costs, and optimize construction timelines Coordinate bid efforts and reviews with external vendors and subcontractors as needed Maintain organized and detailed electronic bid files Keep the Bid Log & Bid Calendar up to date Communicate consistently with the Project Manager, Field Superintendent, and General Contractor, and collaborate on change orders Lead handoff meetings when projects are awarded, outlining key project details to staff Be proactive in resolving issues and negotiating effectively with internal teams, customers, and vendors Participate in post-project completion meetings to assess successes and areas for improvement Requirements 4+ years of estimating experience preferred Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with strong communication skills across departments, vendors, and suppliers Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other estimating software tools such as B2W & BlueBeam Competitive PTO + 7 Company Holidays Weekly Pay Company-Funded HSA Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance 4 01(k) retirement plan with resources to help you maximize your savings #J-18808-Ljbffr