Estimator
About the job
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- At least 3 years of experience reading isometric drawings is required.
- At least 3 years of experience estimating industrial services lines of business is required.
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite are required.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional initiatives with internal and external teammates is required.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects and competing priorities is required.
- Strong communication and organizational skills are required.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team is required.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines is required.
- Ability to remain stationary, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods is required.
- Ability to perform light work, including moving objects up to 20 pounds, is required.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, is required.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands as required for the position is required.
- Ability to work primarily in an office or professional work environment is required.
- Regular use of computers, phones, and other standard office equipment is required.
- Interpret and analyze contract documents, including terms, specifications, clarifications, and requirements, to prepare estimates and bid proposals.
- Estimate the majority of work for the region or business line, including target projects and owners lists, and manage bid flow.
- Read and interpret complex specifications and drawings.
- Collaborate with team members, leaders, and other departments.
- Manage priorities and complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Support a professional, safe, and productive work environment.
- Handle all aspects of project bidding, including labor, time, and material requirements, to determine overall project cost.
- At least 5 years of industrial services experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of safety procedure implementation is preferred.
About the company
Apache Industrial Services provides industrial and commercial soft craft services across North America, including scaffolding design, installation and rental, coatings, linings, insulation, refractory work, lead and asbestos abatement, fireproofing, and forming and shoring, along with maintenance programs, capital projects, and turnarounds. It combines traditional craft work with digital tools like project management software, 3D modeling, and scanning, and owns Allform, a patented forming and shoring system introduced in 2018. The company operates from 40+ locations serving petrochemical, energy, chemical, and industrial sectors and has expanded into data centers and microchip plants alongside oil and gas work. Its goal is to save clients time and money by delivering integrated services and data-driven project management while growing via organic growth and acquisitions.
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Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Founded
2009
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Apache won ABC's National Safety Excellence Award on March 17, 2025.
- Apache became a 2025 Groundbreaker Awards finalist on September 18, 2025.
- Apache hired James Craig as CFO on April 16, 2024, strengthening capital discipline.
What critics are saying
- Apache's 2024 California safety recognition does not erase hostile-workplace litigation history.
- Apache's 2024 Lichterman suit signals customer leakage and talent attrition risk in 2025.
- Oil-and-gas cyclicality still dominates Apache's backlog; a 2026 petrochemical slowdown hits utilization fast.
What makes Apache Industrial unique
- Apache Industrial pairs scaffolding, coatings, fireproofing, insulation, and abatement under one contract.
- InOne™ centralizes project controls, digital timekeeping, reality capture, and scaffold management.
- Allform™ provides lighter, reusable forming and shoring for data centers and office towers.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness Program
- 401(k) Retirement Plan