Project Estimator

About Us

We are a leading industrial mechanical, electrical, and civil construction services provider for the fossil and nuclear power, pulp and paper, chemical, mining, and general manufacturing industries. We provide a full range of industrial facilities maintenance and process maintenance services.

Job Summary

MOR PPM, Inc. seeks a Project Estimator in Society Hill, SC.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.   

• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.   

• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.   

• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.   

• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.  

• Review contract and bid documents; review and understand scope for project turnover  

• Attend walk-throughs, pre-bid and scope clarification meetings 

• Quantitative take-off and computer entry 

• Prepare scope letters and proposals 

• Maintain relationships with customers, General Contractors, vendors and subcontractors 

• Ability to perform design/build, conceptual and budget estimates  

• Coordinate the efforts of junior and staff-level resources in performing take-offs, issuing bills of material to vendors and obtaining subcontractor quotes 

• Coordinate efforts with the Engineering Department 

• Ensure documents are centrally saved in the company’s drive within the confidential estimating folder(s)  

• Assist project managers with takeoffs and pricing changes in work 

• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Vice President of Preconstruction with recommendation for resolution. 

• Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established. 
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by executives. 

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Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• 5+ years related experience in the construction industry. 

• High School diploma or GED required. 

• Bachelor of Science in and Master of Science in engineering or construction related field desirable. 

• Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation. 

• Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines. 

Computer Skills

• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel) 

• Familiarity with Accubid, and other electrical, technical, or construction programs. 

• Familiarity with project management/document control software. 

• Familiarity with construction/financial software packages. 

Physical Demands

• This role requires the ability to travel estimated 50% of the time
• Must be able to adhere to customer/job site requirements such as:
• Must be able to move in and around confided spaces and uneven areas
• Must have full range of motion consistent with age
• Must be able to climb and maintain balance ladders
• Must be able to adequately hear and respond to voice commands and alerts from other employees, alarms and other job-related noises
• Visual acuity, depth perception and color discrimination consistent with that required to work at heights and on uneven surfaces
• Safety/Steel toe shoes are required.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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