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Sr. Estimator

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Channelview, TXFull-timeNo compensation foundTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Channelview, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Quanta Services is hiring a Sr. Estimator. NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services company in Channelview, TX, seeks an experienced Senior Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for EPC and design‑build industrial projects, focusing on mechanical, piping, civil, and structural scopes within the oil and gas midstream and downstream sectors.

Key focus areas include Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil, structural, and mechanical construction scopes, emphasizing piping and mechanical systems, Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, and equipment pricing using Trimble Accubid and Microsoft Excel, and Review drawings, specifications, and scope documents to ensure accurate and complete estimates.

Important skills include Cost Estimation, Industrial Construction Methods, Material Takeoffs, Labor Productivity, Cost Controls, and Trimble Accubid. Preferred (not required): EPC Project Delivery Models.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Cost EstimationIndustrial Construction MethodsMaterial TakeoffsLabor ProductivityCost ControlsTrimble AccubidExcelReview DrawingsReview SpecificationsReview Scope DocumentsCollaborate With Project ManagementCollaborate With EngineeringCollaborate With Construction TeamsDevelop Pricing for Lump SumDevelop Pricing for Unit RateDevelop Pricing for Time-and-Materials ProposalsMicrosoft ProjectAnalyze Subcontractor QuotesAnalyze Vendor QuotesIdentify Project RisksIdentify ExclusionsIdentify Value-Engineering OpportunitiesSupport Bid ReviewsEstimate ReconciliationsPost-Bid Handoff MeetingsMaintain Estimating DatabasesHistorical Cost DataProductivity BenchmarksOil & Gas Midstream EstimatingOil & Gas Downstream EstimatingMechanical/Piping Scopes EstimatingCivil Construction MethodsStructural Construction MethodsCost DriversInterpret P&IDsInterpret IsometricsInterpret Civil DrawingsInterpret Structural PlansAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsEPC Project Delivery ModelsDesign-Build Project Delivery Models

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Construction Management, Engineering, or Related Field or 10 Years Experience10+ Years Estimating Experience in Industrial ConstructionExperience Estimating Midstream and Downstream Oil & Gas ProjectsMinimal Travel for Pre-Bid Site Visits

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

About Us

NorthStar Energy Services, aQuanta Services, Inc.(NYSE:PWR) company, is based in Channelview, TX and provides engineering, design, procurement, construction and support services to the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage and terminal industries throughout the country. We offer individual project services as well as turnkey EPC project implementation.

NorthStar possesses the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

NorthStar Energy Services is seeking an experiencedSenior Estimatorto join our team in theChannelview, TXoffice. This role will support estimating efforts for industrial projects within the Oil & Gas midstream and downstream sectors, with a strong emphasis on mechanical and piping scopes, as well as civil and structural work.

The Senior Estimator will play a key role in developing accurate, competitive cost estimates for EPC and design-build projects. This position requires a deep understanding of industrial construction methods, material takeoffs, labor productivity, and cost controls.

What You'll Do

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil, structural, and mechanical construction scopes, with primary emphasis on piping and mechanical systems

  • Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, and equipment pricing using Trimble Accubid and Microsoft Excel

  • Review drawings, specifications, and scope documents to ensure accurate and complete estimates

  • Collaborate with project management, engineering, and construction teams to validate assumptions and execution strategies

  • Develop pricing for lump sum, unit rate, and time-and-materials proposals

  • Develop construction schedules in Microsoft Project

  • Analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes, ensuring alignment with project scope and estimating standards

  • Identify project risks, exclusions, and value-engineering opportunities

  • Support bid reviews, estimate reconciliations, and post-bid handoff meetings

  • Maintain estimating databases, historical cost data, and productivity benchmarks

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. OR 10 years experience in lieu of degree.

  • 10+ years of estimating experience in industrial construction, with a strong focus on mechanical/piping scopes

  • Proven experience estimating midstream and downstream Oil & Gas projects (terminals, plants, pipelines, facilities)

  • Strong working knowledge of civil and structural construction methods and cost drivers

  • Advanced proficiency with Trimble Accubid and Microsoft Excel

  • Ability to interpret P&IDs, isometrics, civil drawings, and structural plans

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

  • Experience supporting EPC or design-build project delivery models, preferred

  • Minimal travel for pre-bid site visits.

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

  • 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting

  • Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA

  • Short term and long term benefits

  • Employee discounts on consumer goods

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Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

ID2026-17050

CategoryEstimating

Position TypeFull-Time Regular

LocationUS-TX-Channelview

Workplace TypeOn-Site

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