Piping and Fabrication Project Engineer Estimator

McGraw Kokosing is a leading industrial maintenance contractor based in Middletown, OH. With extensive capabilities that include off-site manufacturing and assembly, pipe fabrication and installation, electrical and instrumentation, structural steel erection, rigging, and equipment setting, we are committed to delivering best-in-class solutions to our clients. Serving a diverse range of industries including steel, power, oil and gas, and food and beverage, McGraw Kokosing provides comprehensive services such as planned plant outages, emergency maintenance, and capital improvement projects for both new and existing facilities. Since partnering with Kokosing Industrial in 1992, we have consistently prioritized safety and quality, striving to lead the industry in delivering exceptional results for our customers. Additionally, our preconstruction services include risk assessments, budget validation, 3D modeling, and more, ensuring that we meet and exceed our clients' expectations every step of the way.

Job Description:

McGraw Kokosing is rapidly growing and looking to add a Project Engineer Estimator to our off-site manufacturing team. The estimator is responsible for accurately estimating the costs associated with all mechanical piping projects. This role involves engagement over the project’s entire lifecycle – from initial development & submittal through project completion.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Monitor job progress from initial project solicitation to complete project close-out.

Review proposals, specifications, and drawings to determine scope of work and requirements of upcoming projects.

Manage and maintain working documents for estimates including accurate information on prices from subcontractors and suppliers.

Utilize historical production and cost data while working closely with co-workers to determine cost components to provide timely and accurate bids.

Review bid requirements thoroughly, show creativity and resourcefulness to gain better pricing, and submit 100% of bids and budgets by the required deadlines.

Develop project budgets, subcontracts, and purchase orders from bid data.

Monitor all types of job cost on projects, provide input for beneficial changes, and adjust future bid procedures as appropriate.

Ensure project engineering activities comply with company and contract requirements and support the overall schedule.

Provide technical support for the project effort including participation in planning, interpretation of design, and resolution of design conflicts.

Represent the company, department, and/or project during client and project management meetings.

Interface with all departments as required to resolve problems and ensure quality of construction.

Coordinate with shop fabrication team and BIM/VDC Team

Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Education and Experience:

Engineering or Construction-related degree preferred but not required.

4+ years of experience in lieu of a degree is a plus but not required.

Experience in construction estimating, project engineering, and/or project management preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated leadership, communication and strong interpersonal skills are requisite.

Ability to support multiple projects at the same time with proven time management skills.

Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.

Strong work ethic to complete tasks in a high-quality manner.

Solid attention to detail with the ability to be a problem solver.

Ability to gain proficiency with owner specifications as well as estimating and other software.

Preferred experience:

Experience with Trimble Accubid Anywhere and fabrication software is a plus

Computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam

Must have piping, pipe support and skid/modular estimation experience

McGraw Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life, and disability insurance. We also provide competitive incentives to eligible team members, like paid time off and 401K plus match to reward our team members for staying committed to our customers and keeping safety a priority.

McGraw Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

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