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    Construction Estimator - New Orleans, United States - ORION

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    Description

    Orion is recruiting an Estimator for our New Orleans Office. Seeking a talented Estimator with 8+ years' experience working in Marine Construction or Heavy Industrial Construction. Experience in Hwy or Heavy Industrial Civil Construction Projects would be an asset. Should be well versed in the use of HCSS HeavyBid and/or InEight estimating software.

    The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality,Delivery, and Teamwork most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

    SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Reports to and works closely with the VP of Operations and the Project Management Team to help ensure success in the bid estimation process for marine construction projects.
    • Leads efforts to develop comprehensive plan and timetable to complete project estimates that may be assigned.
    • Conducts investigation of potential project site accompanied by job sponsor.
    • Prepares listing of bid items for review by the Project Management Team.
    • Performs quantity surveys to develop a basis for cost estimates.
    • Contacts all material suppliers and subcontractors involved in a given project and solicits quotations on needed bid items.
    • Collects all quotations and enters data into the project management information system regarding quote and survey information.
    • Organizes estimates, quotations, notes, plans, and other pertinent data for final pre-bid review and leads discussion of individual bid items.
    • Assists in the review and analysis of bid documents for items relating to project risk, cost, or company capability.
    • Prepares all bid documents and arranges in work sheet form.
    • Assists in the establishment of proper sequencing of construction, labor requirements, and productivity.
    • Supervises preparation of man-hours and unit production for the various items in the project.
    • Maintains and updates vendor files for various construction materials and subcontractors.
    • Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.

    EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

    • Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
    • Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
    • Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
    • Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
    • Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
    • Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).
    • All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS

    A minimum of eight (8) years estimating experience in marine/heavy civil construction or a related industry is required. Ideally, the incumbent must have familiarization with Project Estimating, Marine Construction Materials, Procurement, Construction Estimating to include HCSS/HeavyBid, Scheduling (P6), Project Tracking Software, Cost Control, Project Standards, and Safety & Environmental Compliance. A B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management or related discipline is preferred.

    The incumbent must be qualified and physically able to drive regular passenger vehicles to visit work locations and potential project areas; must maintain a current passport; possess excellent computer skills; and have the ability to interface well with employees at all levels of the organization.

    The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

    PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

    The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.

    The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.

    The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

    In addition, the Sr. Estimator must also be capable of:

    • Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting onto and off of work barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters.
    • Standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time.
    • Adapting to extreme temperature changes.
    • Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure.


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